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If you have questions about China, CGTN's "Ask China" is here to help. If you're curious about any China-related topic, feel free to send us your questions, and we'll provide the answers.

In this episode, Liu Qi, doctoral candidate at the Communication University of China, answers one question about Chinese language – are there many dialects in China, and do all Chinese people speak the same language? Liu says Chinese has developed into many distinct dialects with its long history and vast size. However, Chinese mandarin, as the official language, helps bridge communication across different regions.

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