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For Teaching Chinese Language

AMMAN – Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-Confucius) and Marshall International Schools signed a strategic cooperation agreement aimed at integrating the teaching of Chinese language into the Schools’ curricula. The agreement was signed by Mr. Mamoun Abu Al-Sebaa, TAG-Confucius executive director, and Mr. Salah Hijazi, General Manager of the Schools, in a step that reflects both parties’ shared commitment to advancing education, promoting multilingual competencies, and strengthening cultural exchange.

According to the agreement, teaching Chinese language will be introduced as a basic subject starting from the second semester of the 2025–2026 academic year for Grades 1 and 7 students, with gradual expansion to include additional grade levels in the coming years.

In this context, Mr. Abu Al-Sebaa expressed his pride in this partnership, emphasizing that cooperation with the Schools; one of the region’s leading educational institutions, would effectively make new educational opportunities for students. He stated, “Learning the Chinese language opens broad channels and provides students with great opportunities across various fields, including commerce, culture, and diplomacy, especially in light of China’s rapidly growing role on the international stage.”

He further noted that the Institute will enable a number of Marshall International Schools’ students to participate in the annual summer camp held in Beijing and Shenyang to enrich the practical experience of learning the Chinese language and culture. 

For his part, Mr. Hijazi expressed welcomed the cooperation, stating, “We strongly believe in the importance of multilingual education. Learning the Chinese language is not limited to learning a new skill, rather it contributes to strengthening cultural understanding and positive engagement with the world. We believe this collaboration will enable our students to explore a new culture and further enrich their linguistic capabilities.”

He went on to add that the agreement stipulates organizing a number of programs that support teaching Chinese language, including workshops and diverse cultural activities. Such initiatives aim to enhance language learning while also providing students with a comprehensive educational experience that contributes to the development of their life skills.

It is worth mentioning that this agreement comes as part of a long-term vision to strengthen cooperation among educational institutions and to build generations capable to engage in dialogue and cross-cultural activities. It also reflects both parties’ commitment to providing an interactive and advanced learning environment that serves students across various age groups, in light of the growing global importance of the Chinese language.