Globalization and the Reification of Contemporary Man: A Critical Study of Iraq After 2003

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the various dimensions of globalization and reveal its impact on the Iraqi people, particularly within the specific historical and political context that Iraq has experienced. Globalization entered Iraqi society relatively late as a result of successive wars, economic sanctions, and the nature of the previous political system, and the profound effects these factors had on the social, economic, and cultural fabric. Globalization is a contemporary issue that has sparked widespread debate regarding its relationship to the realities of local societies, and the varying impact it has had depending on the specific characteristics of each society. From this perspective, the study examines the political, economic, social, and cultural dimensions of globalization, as well as its subsequent ramifications, focusing on how these dimensions collectively influence the patterns of thought, behavior, and lifestyle of the Iraqi people, and the accompanying transformations in values, identity, and social relations. This research will examine globalization, its dimensions, and the lifestyle of Iraqis within the context of globalization.