Resources.
Every nation has them, but not always the ones they may need. With relations with her two neighbors crumbling, Princess Saving Grace orders a buildup of arms should the war turn hot, as she calls out to the artisans of her nation to help with the effort. All the while, the Diamond Dog Republic and Gryphon Kingdom go through a stockpile of their own…
Producing some new gifts, that were recently brought to them.
(alternate universe because it doesn’t even happen in Equestria)