Global events such as the Arab uprisings, the 9/11 attacks or the Israeli-Palestinian conflict spurred an interest among young students driven by political and job-prospect motives. When we talk about the historical Arab Spring, it implies an era of uprisings, hundreds of demonstrations and protests, nascent democracy and civil wars.
It all started in one Tunisian city in December 2010 but soon grew to engulf the Arab World. However, it unleashed consequences that still have an impact on the world a decade later, as it reached every part of the globe. People around the world were triggered by the news and their interest in learning about the revolution of these countries grew. The same happened after the 9/11 attacks.
Following such fatal event there was a sharp spike in the numbers of new Arabic learners, as there was also a surge of the need for Arabic speakers to address the political, military and economic questions surrounding the Middle East and North Africa involvement. Due to all these political events and atmosphere, Arabic has grown in demand.