It is a clear example of how language can be much more than a means of communication: it has become an indispensable tool for those who wish to enter an increasingly interconnected world.
In the last two decades, the Chinese language has stopped being a curiosity and has become a key tool in the workplace and culture in Argentina. With China’s growing economic influence globally, more and more people are seeking to learn the language to improve their professional opportunities and better understand one of the most important emerging powers of the 21st century.
This phenomenon began to consolidate at the beginning of the 21st century, in parallel with the increase in trade and investment between Argentina and China. A pioneering program in the teaching of Chinese was launched by the University Language Center (CUI), which quickly positioned itself as one of the main references in the country. Throughout these 20 years, more than 40,000 students have passed through its classrooms, reflecting the growing interest in Chinese not only as a cultural tool, but also as a strategic advantage in the labor market.
One of the key points in the development of the program was the alliance with the Confucius Institute, the official institution of the Chinese government for the dissemination and certification of the Chinese language worldwide, and one of the most influential organizations in the promotion of the language and Chinese culture at a global level.
In collaboration with the University of Buenos Aires, the Confucius Institute chose this program as its official representative in Argentina, further reinforcing the academic quality and scope of the project. This link allowed educational exchanges and continuous training of teachers in China, thus consolidating a bridge between both countries.
“Our program has not only focused on teaching the language, but on generating a cultural and professional bridge between Argentina and China. In these 20 years, we have seen how learning Chinese has become a key tool for the professional growth of our students , and also a door to new opportunities in the globalized world,” he commented Roberto Villarruel, General Director of the University Language Center.
In the beginning, interest in Chinese in Argentina came mainly from those who explored Eastern culture out of philosophical or therapeutic curiosity. However, over time, the profile of students changed: today, the majority seek to master the language as a key professional asset in areas such as international trade, tourism or diplomatic relations.
The growth of Chinese teaching not only responds to cultural curiosity, but also to market needs. The program has expanded its training offer to companies that need to improve their communication with Chinese partners, such as the Argentine Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Huawei and Albano Cozzuol, among others. This shows that language has ceased to be a simple academic discipline and has become a strategic asset in the business world.
The rise of Chinese in Argentina is a clear example of how the language can be much more than a means of communication: it has become an indispensable tool for those who wish to enter an increasingly interconnected world. And although educational programs have played a key role in this process, the growing interest in Chinese in the country shows how the exchange between Argentina and China continues to expand, not only in the economic sphere, but also in the cultural and educational sphere.
Source: Ambito
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