Foreign students from around the world are showing increased interest in mastering the Chinese language. 

This year, for the first time, a student from Argentina reached the final stages of the Chinese Bridge language competition for international students. It's a premier event, often called the Olympics of Chinese, celebrating Chinese language and culture. 

CGTN’s Joel Richards reports. 

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