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

It is thought by some governments that economic growth is the main key of a

success

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successful

country.

Nevertheless

, it is my belief that other forms of

progress

have a more important role. On the one hand, it is understandable why some people believe that economic

progress

is a country’s most important role. For one, a strong economy ensures a high living standard for the citizens. It not only creates a high level of employment but

also

the wealth of material things the residents have,

for example

, a

luxurious

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luxury

car or a mansion. Since countries with economic

progress

are usually

growing

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grown

in population and the number of businesses which bring a higher tax base, these governments are able to invest in infrastructure and other public services

such

as the education system or transportation one. As a consequence, the level of

comfort of

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comfort, of

their residents is likely to be improved because of all these services. The significance of economic growth is

thus

clear.

On the other hand

, I would maintain that other measures of

progress

are

also

important. It must be recognised that a person’s quality of life is significant as it presents the intangible aspects of

life

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life, such

such

as political stability, religious freedom and safety. Without freedom and democracy, citizens are not at liberty to live as they wish or practice their religious or political beliefs, which results in the number of protest and

then

putting the national security at risks. Another factor is the safety of residents. The outbreak of covid-19,

for instance

, has led most countries to have no choice than to impose a lockdown on their

cities

the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)

sites

in order to protect their citizens from the disease. Should they not do

this

earlier, many people will die and there will no economic recovery. In conclusion, while it is true that economic

progress

plays an integral role in the development of a country, it is my firm belief that the increase in quality of life of people is a country’s fundamental goal.