They learned that when they organize in the region, it is a lot better and more effective to use locals to do their job. But they have to be trained, and they have to be indoctrinated enough so that they themselves believe in the cause just like the originals did.

That turns out to be an effective way to make the region more competitive vis-a-vis China.

You can't do it unless you organize.

The image of such a high- profile initiative is an effective platform to demonstrate that the region is a friendly and hospitable place.

I'm as bad as anybody for getting upset when things aren't going good. I've learned over the years that you can't beat yourself up. Or it can turn into a really long year. This season, there are going to be some growing pains with the team. You have to be patient, play your game and not try to do too much out there.

I was very disheartened when I learned it was going to close.