700 Reasons: Reason #230

Reason: 230
Improving language learning in the European Union is a key factor in the Lisbon strategy, as an essential building block of almost all aspects involved, from economic efficiency to mobility, from the creation of more and better jobs to social inclusion and cohesion
Reference:
European Commission DGEAC Summary of the First Report on the activities of the working group on languages (July 2002-June 2003)
Related Keywords:
Economic, social and political dimension, European Union (EU), Inclusion, Mobility, Social cohesion