The Arabic Language Learning Industry: Economic Influence and Contributions to Global Economic Communication

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Abstract

This article examines the contribution of the language industry to the technological development of the national economy and society. The article evaluates economic data from 2013 and 2021 to assess the contribution of the Arabic language industry to the country’s gross domestic product under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which aims to reduce the country’s dependence on the oil economy. The comparison between the economic data of sectors involved in the Arabic language industry in 2021 and 2013 shows an increase in the number of Saudi and non-Saudi government and private sector employees in 2021. In addition, the unemployment rate decreases in 2021 compared to 2013. In accordance with Vision 2030, the Kingdom has established the King Salman Global Academy, whose main aim is to promote the Arabic language and develop innovation in the Arabic language sector using artificial intelligence technology. The academy has developed a language strategy for Saudi government agencies. The contributions of the Arabic language industry align with the Kingdom’s 2030 objective of transforming the country into a tech powerhouse. To achieve this goal, Saudi Arabia is investing in computer programming using the Arabic language and utilizing technology to foster progress in the education sector. Through AI and its application in the education industry, students’ skills are being improved. This will allow pupils to gain the necessary skills for future employment.

Keywords: Global Economic Communication, Saudi Arabia, Arabic Language, Artificial Intelligence, Vision 2030, NEOM, King Salman Academy.