Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the importance of learning Mandarin, revealing that some of his family members are fluent in the language. He also emphasized the continued relevance of English in today’s global landscape.
Putin’s daughters are multilingual, speaking Russian, English, German, and French. While he is known to be private about his personal life, reports suggest he has grandchildren as well.
Speaking to students in Tuva, Putin acknowledged the rising interest in Mandarin in Russia, attributing it to increased economic and political ties between the two countries.
Despite the growing popularity of Chinese, Putin urged students not to overlook the importance of English, a language he continues to study to improve his proficiency.