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Chinese Language Education in Europe: The Confucius Institutes (2009)
Journal Article
Starr, D. (2009). Chinese Language Education in Europe: The Confucius Institutes. European Journal of Education, 44(1), 65-82. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1465-3435.2008.01371.x

This article explores the background to the Chinese government's decision to embark on a programme of promoting the study of Chinese language and culture overseas. This includes the impact of Joseph Nye's concept of ‘soft power’ in China, ownership o... Read More about Chinese Language Education in Europe: The Confucius Institutes.