The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Political Development in Light of Lucian Pye's Theory of Political Modernization: A Comparative Study of the Political Systems of Canada, Finland, Qatar, and Taiwan

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Ahmed Khaldi , Abbas Hamza

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This study examines the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on political development through the lens of Lucian Pye's theory of political modernization. By comparing the political systems of Canada,Finland, Qatar, and Taiwan, the research explores how AI technologies are reshaping key dimensions of political modernization: equality, capacity, and differentiation. The analysis reveals that while AI significantly enhances governmental capacity across diverse political contexts, its effects on political equality and differentiation are more nuanced and culturally dependent. The inclusion of Qatar provides insights into AI adoption in Gulf monarchies, offering a unique perspective on modernization in non-Western contexts. The study finds that Pye's theory remains relevant but
requires adaptation to fully capture the complexities of AI-driven governance in varied political systems. It concludes that successful integration of AI in political systems demands careful consideration of existing political cultures and values to ensure that technological advancements contribute to genuine political modernization and enhanced governance.

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