Arabic

Arabic unlocks business opportunities across 26 countries in the Middle East and North Africa, a region holding 48% of the world’s proven oil reserves—a concentration 30% higher than the average for any other language group. The Gulf states are investing hundreds of billions in post-oil diversification, making Arabic speakers in extreme shortage in Western governments and multinationals; the U.S. State Department offers bonus pay for proficiency. Modern Standard Arabic connects you across the entire region, a versatility that rivals #2 Spanish’s multi-country reach but with far less competition.