Najib calls on Malaysians to be proficient in several languages


  • Nation
  • Thursday, 09 Feb 2017

KUCHING: Malaysians must be proficient in several languages, in particular English and Mandarin, to keep abreast of globalisation and connect with emerging economies.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak (pic) said while proficiency in English is important, learning Mandarin is key to strengthening ties with China which is fast emerging as a global economic superpower.

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