The same goes for nations also. Ethical concerns are too often ignored in favor of "economic growth" but at the cost of integrity (or as you put it, ability to

The same goes for nations also. Ethical concerns are too often ignored in favor of "economic growth" but at the cost of integrity (or as you put it, ability to make the right decisions). As an Australian it's been interesting to observe the cause and effect of our leaders celebrating exports and the sale of national assets to China. The long term effects of these deals are only just starting to be felt.