Another major issue is the economic crisis within Zimbabwe. The official rate of inflation in Zimbabwe is running at eleven million percent. The nation is on the brink of collapse. After twenty-eight years in power, Mugabe’s ability to maintain socio-economic stability seems to be fading away. It is in the country’s best interest for Mugabe and Tsvangirai to make the changes necessary to boost the economy. There are many international powers that are also interested in the outcome of Zimbabwe’s new deal. Two main players are the United Kingdom and the United States. Both have said that they will refrain from trade with Zimbabwe until there is some sign of economic improvement. Whether or not improvement is possible, is still questionable. The lack of support from other nations will be a challenge for Zimbabwe, although some countries, such as the United States, are sending food and medicine as aid. The outcome of these events is uncertain, but the changes have people both hopeful and skeptical.