I think we're all agreed it's more than language proficiency that is needed; it's understanding that, in some cultures, and some countries, 'I'll think about it,' really means, 'No way.'
Roger Wicker: “I think we're all agreed it's more than language proficiency that is needed; it's understanding that, in some cultures…”
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Wicker emphasizes the importance of cultural understanding alongside language skills.
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