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The Importance of Language Adoption Policies for Immigrants
The guest shares the importance of immigrants learning the language of their host country, not only for their own success and integration, but also for the success of the country as a whole. The Netherlands’ successful language adoption policy is highlighted as an example.
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Some countries are starting to realize the need to bring in more migrants to fill the gaps in labor shortages, while others have yet to catch up to this migration shift.
11:02 - 11:57 (00:54)
Summary
Some countries are starting to realize the need to bring in more migrants to fill the gaps in labor shortages, while others have yet to catch up to this migration shift.
ChapterThe Importance of Language Adoption Policies for Immigrants
EpisodeWhere on Earth will people live in the future? | Parag Khanna
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The importance of learning the language of your host country to be welcomed, liked and respected by all segments of society is discussed.
11:57 - 15:44 (03:46)
Summary
The importance of learning the language of your host country to be welcomed, liked and respected by all segments of society is discussed. Specific success stories, such as the language adoption policy in the Netherlands, are cited as examples for other nations.