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. A point of view范文

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.

People have different views about how governments should measure their countries’ progress. While economic progress is of course essential, I agree with those who believe that other measures of progress are just as important. (开头段作者给出了自己的立场，从just as important可以看出来，作者认为两者同样重要)

There are three key reasons why economic growth is seen as a fundamental goal for countries.Firstly, a healthy economy results in job creation, a high level of employment, and better salaries for all citizens. Secondly, economic progress ensures that more money is available for governments to spend on infrastructure and public services. For example, a government with higher revenues can invest in the country's transport network, its education system and its hospitals. Finally, a strong economy can help a country’s standing on the global stage, in terms of its political influence and trading power. (段首一个总分结构的句子，接下来给了3个分点展开。提示，支持一方观点需要1-3个分论点。写一个分论点的情况比较少，因为需要的展开太多。2个其实是最常见的)

However, there are others arguing that various other forms of progress are just as significant as the economic factors mentioned above. In particular, we should consider the area of social justice, human rights, equality and democracy itself. For example, the treatment of minority groups is often seen as a reflection of the moral standards and level of development of a society. Perhaps another key consideration when judging the progress of a modern country should be how well that country protects the natural environment, and whether it is moving towards environmental sustainability. Alternatively, the success of a nation could be measured by looking at the health, well-being and happiness of its residents. (段首转折，并引出题目中的第二个要讨论的观点。In particular的后面给出了第一个. Another key consideration的后面给出了第二个)

In conclusion, the economy is obviously a key marker of a country’s success, but social, environmental and health criteria are equally significant. (262 words, band 9)（结尾标志词+重申一遍自己的观点）