The article examines current trends in learning a second foreign language, which in recent years have become increasingly popular in educational systems in different countries, including Uzbekistan. The importance of learning a second foreign language as a tool for the formation of intercultural competence and multicultural personality in the context of globalization is emphasized. The key factors determining the relevance of learning a second foreign language (on the example of Korean) are analyzed: economic and geopolitical changes, cultural influence, expansion of academic and professional opportunities, as well as cognitive and social advantages of multilingualism. Special attention is paid to educational reforms in Uzbekistan aimed at improving the quality of language training and the introduction of modern teaching methods. The article substantiates the need to develop effective second language teaching programs, integrate digital resources, and create a language environment conducive to successful socialization and professional growth of students in the modern world.

Second foreign language, intercultural communication, globalization, educational reforms

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