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Bringing all European countries up to the level of English proficiency enjoyed by the Dutch could increase European trade by up to 70%.
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But he was a fast learner, and he has also picked up a fair level of English and Portuguese from his teammates while playing for J-League Kawasaki Frontale, where he posted 111 appearances and 46 goals.
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Under-achievement is seen at primary school, where national tests in maths and English show both groups are less likely than others to reach the expected level, and continues up to GCSE level and beyond.
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As always for Heineken Cup matches, ticket sales had been brisk leading up to the match and the packed press benches indicated a high level of interest in the game as English accents threatened to outnumber those of the local media corps.
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