Environmental factors and historical circumstances inevitably play a significant role in shaping a person's thinking and behaviour. Perhaps what distinguishes political science and economics is their close connection to the social development of nations and societies, as well as their connection to the circumstances that these societies have experienced throughout different eras and periods During these periods, political and economic thought contributed to the creation of diverse perceptions and visions, which represented a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in dealing with political and economic phenomena. This wealth of knowledge and practical experience has become available to all societies to choose from, modify, or build upon in accordance with their social, political, and economic circumstances.

Perhaps our need to apply thought and come up with new visions is paralleled by our need for scientific understanding and interpretation. Both derive their importance not only from the fact that we now live in a world governed by conflicting interests, but also from the return of ideologies in their old guise, coupled with destructive tendencies that claim to be fundamentalist and now influence the behaviour of societies more than science does. In view of this, we must take a realistic approach to political and economic issues to better understand the concepts and variables involved. This is where academic institutions and research centres have a role to play.