Saints and Sinners: Why Some Countries Grow Rich, and Others Don’t

• Drawing on examples from developing countries in Asia and Africa, Mahmood explores the relationship between political leadership, stability, governance and economic progress. The book considers different political systems and examines how influential leaders have shaped the development of their nations.

• Ali Mahmood is a Pakistani politician, businessman and writer with academic backgrounds in politics, economics and law. His professional experience has included business interests in television, construction and oil trading, giving him extensive exposure to government and business in developing countries.

The book investigates the reasons behind the contrasting economic fortunes of nations. Mahmood discusses how leadership, political stability, the rule of law, governance and economic decision-making can influence development. Through examples of countries and political leaders, he explores how nations have attempted to overcome poverty and achieve greater prosperity.