The advantages and disadvantages of language policies in Asian countries and regions and their impact on English education in China

¹ College of Foreign Languages, Liaoning University, 111000 Shenyang, China
² College of Urban Cultural and Dissemination, Suzhou City University, 215104 Suzhou, China

^* Corresponding author: jw2733@nau.edu

Abstract

Asian countries show diversity in language policy, with each country having its own unique language policy reflecting its historical, cultural and social background. This paper utilizes the systematic review methodology, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of language policies in some Asian countries and analyses the impact of these policies on English education in China. Firstly, through comparative research, this paper reviews the language policies of major Asian countries, including the setting of official languages and the protection of linguistic diversity in language education policies. Secondly, it summarizes the advantages of Asian countries' language policies, such as promoting national unity and protecting local languages and cultures. At the same time, it also analyses the shortcomings, such as language discrimination, cultural conflict and other problems. Finally, the paper discusses the influence of language policies in Asian countries on English education in China, including the impact on the enlightenment of the development of English education. The purpose of this paper is to provide a reference for understanding the language policies of Asian countries and to provide heuristics for the reform of English education in China.