Technology and its differences

Running head : PERSPECTIVES

Perspectives : US and Iraq

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Perspectives : US and Iraq

Introduction

Globalization has paved the way for technology to thrive . Economic growth is rooted in a country 's ability to expand on technologies that would productively utilize its resources . As a catalyst for capitalism technology has often been used as a benchmark for nations to determine their status of development . Among the developed countries , the United States of America (USA ) is one of the leading

industrial powers of the modern world . Its contributions to the scientific community have improved the lives of millions of people due to their open economy and democratic identity . However , for most Arab countries like Iraq technological advancement is a struggle since the interplay of religion and culture in its political history has slowed down its economic progress . This aims to offer an insight into the glaring differences of technological advancement from the perspective of a developed and developing country

The USA is flowing with scientific innovations that cater to the different needs and wants of each individual . This is due to the fact that its educational system fosters creativity and encourages competition as scientific projects and programs are supported by both the public and the private sectors . Since it is a country that flourishes in an open economy , the government is able to allocate the country 's resources to fund projects /programs that it deems necessary to maintain the status quo

With regard to Iraq , its violent history under a tyrannical ruler has hampered its progress in the realm of technology . While it is one of the oil producing countries , advances made towards scientific innovations were slim to . Its previous government under the late Saddam Hussein had control over most of the telecommunication systems as well as transportation and electricity so citizens were deprived of such amenities . The education system is also inadequate as the country struggles to deal with the on-going war on terror after the fall of Hussein 's regime

At present , the Iraqi government is renovating its local and foreign policies to incorporate the expansion of Science and Technology into their development plan . The government is currently in an agreement with the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD ) on a development strategy that would support scientific innovations for institutions and businesses . In addition , an education plan was also created in the hopes of expanding the scope of science-driven educational institutions within the community as well as strengthening the workforce . The plan also supports student exchange programs with Universities from top schools in developed countries . The government has also opened its doors to foreign support in advancing knowledge in the field of Information Technology Medical and Electricity

Conclusion

In all aspects of life , the use of technology is inevitable . Regardless of whether a country is considered developed or developing , technology will always be the driving force that propels a country to succeed in their aspirations for economic progress...