Imagine you are the US Ambassador to a country of your choice. A US ambassador officially represents the US government on behalf of the president, maintains diplomatic relations, and helps promote peace, trade, and the exchange of information.

In a short essay (about 500 words), write a brief summary of the economic health of the country to which you are an ambassador. Include information such as GDP, GDP per capita, GDP growth rate, the natural rate of unemployment, main exports, and industries.

• What factors contribute to economic growth?
• What factors hinder economic growth?
• Do you think the GDP per capita is a close representation of the average citizen's standard of living? Why or why not?
• What policies and ideas would you recommend for promoting economic growth?