THE RISING IMPORTANCE OF MANDARIN CHINESE, SPANISH, AND ARABIC IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
Keywords:
Key words: Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Arabic, global economy, international trade, language skills, emerging markets, Belt and Road Initiative, Hispanic market, MENA region.Abstract
In an increasingly multipolar world, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and Arabic
have emerged as strategically vital languages alongside English. This article examines
the economic, demographic, and geopolitical factors driving their growing influence in
international trade, investment, and business. It argues that proficiency in these three
languages will become a key competitive advantage for individuals, companies, and
nations in the 21st-century global economy.
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