Many in Pakistan are learning Mandarin Chinese to capitalize on the economic opportunities arising from the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the significant Chinese investment in the country. The Chinese language is seen as a gateway to employment and business prospects with Chinese companies operating in Pakistan and for those interested in studying or working in China. The influx of Chinese firms and the project’s broader vision to expand China’s economic influence has also prompted a heightened interest in the culture and language itself.
