Here are 5 excellent reasons why you should learn to speak Arabic:

1) Arabic is the official language of over 20 countries and there are more than 300 million native speakers. It is the 5th most spoken language in the world today.

2) Arabic is a second language to millions of Muslims, since Islam’s holy text—the Qu’ran—is written in Arabic.

3) There is a growing demand for Westerners who know Arabic. Those who know Arabic can easily find careers in journalism, business, education, finance, and intelligence work.

4) Because of the importance of Arabic (the United States has designated Arabic as a language of strategic importance), the government offers numerous scholarships and supported learning opportunities.

5) Arab countries are increasingly being integrated into the global economy. Businesses are constantly on the lookout for people who have knowledge of the Arabic language and culture.