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Why language coding needs an uplift in a globalised economy

Languages have been subjected to standardisation but growth of digital content means coding is now more urgent. [iStockphoto]

The case for standardisation is well established. Not only do standards assist regulation but they also help effectively join up systems across a globalised economy. Hundreds of functions are subject to codes or standardisation and languages are one of them.

Internationally recognised codes representing each language, language family and dialect help country systems and organisations correctly identify and manage data accordingly.

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