Letter to the Editor: 'Therefore, if any of the presidential hopefuls are able to master or speak at least one of our official languages fluently, it should be reasonably acceptable. Of course, if they are able to master and speak more than one of our official languages fluently, it will definitely be a plus'
Letter to the Editor:"Therefore, if any of the presidential hopefuls are able to master or speak at least one of our official languages fluently, it should be reasonably acceptable. Of course, if they are able to master and speak more than one of our official languages fluently, it will definitely be a plus"
Mr George Goh was criticised by online netizens that his command of the English language is under par. And, he uprightly dismissed criticisms of his English. Nonetheless, let’s look at the President of Indonesia, Mr Joko Widodo, who assumed office on 20 October 2014. But, he could not speak fluent English, did it make him incapable of handling state affairs, unpopular, disrespectful and unloved by his people? Obviously, the answer is no. He has been at the helm of Indonesian leadership for about nine years, and his successful track record speaks for itself.
Anyway, language is merely a communication tool. It doesn’t affect an individual’s ability or capability in handling vital tasks which need to be solved.
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