Why to Learn Chinese Language?
Asia Society, a US nonprofit organization summarized the answers to this question the best: the rise of China presents new economic, political and social realities that demand greater U.S. engagement at every level. As the foundation of that engagement, we urgently need to raise the number of Americans who can demonstrate a functional proficiency in Chinese language. China´s tremendous economic growth creates new opportunities and challenges for U.S. businesses. Between 1978 and 2002, China’s annual GDP growth reached 9.4%, three times the world’s average, and in recent years (2001-2004) China accounted for one third of global economic growth. China is an immense market for American goods and services, and a vital supplier to American manufacturers and consumers. U.S. trade with China exceeded $245 billion in 2004 (second only to trade with Canada and Mexico). China´s political importance in the Asia-Pacific region is broadly acknowledged and, particularly since 9/11, its help has been
