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Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025

Việt Nam Falls to 63rd in Global English Proficiency Rankings

Country drops five spots in the 2024 EF English Proficiency Index
Việt Nam now ranks 63rd out of 116 countries in the 2024 EF English Proficiency Index (EF EPI), falling five places from last year. The country is eighth in Asia, with a score of 498, behind Singapore, the Philippines, and Malaysia.

The EF EPI report highlights a global decline in English proficiency for the fourth consecutive year, despite advancements in AI tools aiding language learners. Việt Nam's performance underscores the need for focused strategies in English education to meet the demands of an increasingly globalised world.

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