Band 6+: Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people,however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Around the world, economic growth is considered to be the most essential aim of governments. However, common citizens assume that authority has a significant role in the economy of a country. Although the economic situation is the key to the development of the whole nation, I believe that the well-being of inhabitants, which is a more fundamental factor, can be maintained by the measures provided by superior officials.

The upward progress in the economy is the primary reason for to improvement of the whole area. Not only are more job opportunities created, but this also leads to a rise in the social status of individuals. Moreover, the advancement of administration will establish new possibilities to export both raw and manufactured materials to upsurge the national income. For example, statistics provided by the Ministry of Industry and Construction of my country Kazakhstan indicate that as the stabilisation of economic conditions has improved, the figure for GDP has increased by 45% and the standard of people’s living has exhibited an improvement at 56% since Kazakstan gained its independence.

From the other perspective, the progress in the authorities of regions can lead the way to a number of positive enhancements in various fields, resulting in a better condition of life. The life spheres such as social equality, education, healthcare and environmental concerns can be solved and enhanced only by the holistic approaches taken by the officials. For instance, Switzerland is recognised to be one of the wealthiest and most convenient places to live. The history of Switzerland can be a primary example of concentrating on the quality of governors despite having several policy members who control all welfare of habitants.

In conclusion, while policy members consider the upgrade in the economy to be more important for their region, the residents have a controversy, contemplating the most significant position for them. Even though, economic development is the most crucial role-player, I reckon the official progresses are more vital as the standard of living can be improved by taking well-rounded approaches.