Does Iraq Have A Digital Economy?
In a world constantly advancing technologically and emphasizing the importance of digital skills, Iraq has begun its journey toward digital transformation. The country is gradually building its infrastructure and enacting laws and regulations to reflect current technological changes. As Iraq embarks on this path, it is crucial to assess the current state of its digital transformation, which comes from both the Iraqi government's commitment to modernizing infrastructure and services, private sector players, and the support of international institutions.
This research aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Iraq's state of the digital economy across several key sectors directly impacted by these changes. These sectors include e-commerce, telecommunications, fintech, mobility, medtech, edtech, tourism, and agritech.
As this research examines these sectors, it also delves into key aspects such as the current status of each sector, relevant laws and regulations, initiatives undertaken by the Iraqi government and other entities, challenges hindering progress, and potential opportunities for further development. The insights presented are based on a thorough desk review, as well as interviews with key stakeholders and experts in their respective fields.
Additionally, this research reports on the attitudes of Iraqi youth and their engagement with the digital world, exploring their perceptions, challenges, and ambitions within Iraq's evolving digital economy.
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(Source: Kapita, in partnership with GIZ)
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