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in world affairs for many years to come. according to the asia society, an educational group focused on building relationships between asia and the u.s., \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.\ today, many employers are looking for individuals who can help bridge the gap between china and the western world. the ability to communicate and develop relationships using mandarin is viewed as a desirable asset in modern select the evidence that the author provides for the following supporting claim: knowledge of mandarin provides opportunities for career advancement. learning to speak mandarin is more accessible with todays emerging technology. chinas role in global affairs makes fluency in mandarin a professional asset. many employers are willing to pay for their employees to learn mandarin chinese. mandarin speakers may have a competitive edge for management positions that require overseas travel.

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Today, many employers are looking for individuals who can help bridge the gap between China and the Western world.