Good economics is good politics

This document discusses the relationship between economics and politics, providing examples of how political leadership in Japan and Dubai focused on economic policymaking after crises, transforming their locations. It notes how achieving financial stability and global recognition through economic means can lead to increased voting power, rescue efforts, and re-election or nation building at the national level. The document suggests selecting one of Afghanistan, China, or the US to analyze in terms of how power and economy impact political preferences and what improvements like political will, resource use, policy, strategy, and leadership could aid.