The second thing I learned in Dillon is that Americans are economically ambitious; they seek opportunity and advancement. I remember the fellow construction worker who wanted to become foreman someday and a waitress who was saving to go to college.
Emerging market economies have decelerated recently and this has spilled over and amongst others, impacted negatively on world trade volumes. Domestic economy South Africa continues to suffer from the aftermath of the tragic events that occurred recently. Economic activity has slowed down sharply, particularly in the mining sector.