Beijing’s decision in October to reduce the number of points allocated to the English language test in the college entrance examination may be seen by some as an indication that the country is de-emphasising English language education. But several English language education providers say gaokao reforms present business opportunities instead of a setback. "This may lead to growth for international and domestic English language schools in China and could lead to a significant increase in English training and in test scores," said Rod Jones, CEO of Navitas, a listed English education services provider, in Shanghai this month. Reports China Daily