‘The contest is designed to promote the use and learning of foreign languages in Europe, as well as the specific art of translation,’ explained Androulla Vassiliou, the European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth. ‘Language skills are a huge asset for today’s young people, who travel more than previous generations and are more likely to look abroad for a job.
„Võistluse eesmärk on edendada võõrkeelte kasutamist ja õppimist Euroopas ning tõlkimisoskust”, selgitas Euroopa hariduse, kultuuri, mitmekeelsuse ja noorte volinik Androulla Vassiliou.