Economic policy refers to the set of government actions and decisions that influence the economy of a country. Economic policy can encompass a wide range of measures, including fiscal policy (taxation and government spending), monetary policy (management of interest rates and money supply), trade policy, and regulatory policy. The goal of economic policy is typically to promote sustainable economic growth, control inflation, reduce unemployment, and stabilize financial markets. Economic policy is a major focus of governments around the world and is often a subject of debate and controversy among policymakers, economists, and the general public.