On behalf of Mr. Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo Cohen, President of the Republic of Panama, the Embassy of Panama has the pleasure to extend its gratitude to “S.O.I. Spanish Olympiad India” for this opportunity to be part of this important project. The Embassy of the Republic of Panama also wants to express its appreciativeness to “Vivos Education” for choosing Panama as partner for this edition of the examination series. Cultural field is the right way to close ties between two nations separated for the distance but very linked for the universal history. There is not better election than the language to break the barriers what can separate Panamanian and Indian Community in a common space. Spanish is now days the second mother tongue most spoken in the world. In general terms, Panama feels proud of be part of every Spanish learning process through this test.

Mr Ricardo A. Berna M.Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Embassy of Panama in India

Learning a second language is highly important in a person’s life. It is not only a thrilling undertaking that acquaints a person with a completely new world and culture, but it can also open up several opportunities in life, both in academia and in the job market. In this day and age, the choice of which language to learn is often difficult as many options are enticing. However, among these, Spanish is quickly gaining momentum given the number of countries where it is spoken and its sheer number of speakers, only second to English. It is the second most studied language in the world with studies predicting that almost 10 percent of the world’s population will be able to communicate in Spanish in the coming years. I therefore congratulate all test takers for taking on this challenge and encourage you to learn more about Peru and Latin American culture through your newly acquired knowledge.

H.E. Mr. Jorge Castañeda Ambassador of Peru in India

I congratulate Olympiad team to bring this book out for our Indian friends. INPEFA (Indo Peruvian Friendship association) is being trying to do bring Peruvian culture and gastronomy close to Our Indian family. Peru is a country in South America that’s home to a section of Amazon rainforest and Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan city high in the Andes mountains. The region around Machu Picchu, including the Sacred Valley, Inca Trail and colonial city of Cusco, is rich in archaeological sites. On Peru’s arid Pacific coast is Lima, the capital, with a preserved colonial centre and important collections of pre-Columbian art. Potatoes are native to the Andes Mountains. It was a staple food of the Incas. Yellow chilli peppers is a condiment and seasoning used in many dishes of the Coast. Peruvian cuisine has been influenced by a variety of cultures brought by the arrival of immigrants from Spain, Africa, Italy, Japan and China. Once again I congratulate them for this endeavour.

Vikram VishwanathPresident, INPEFA

Dear friend, As you plunge into the Spanish speaking world, you are going to learn and discover things that you have never imagined before. Mexico is the Spanish-speaking country where there are more children like you, eager to learn about other cultures and meeting new friends. Even if Mexico and India seem far from each other, we are connected by the love for our families, our vibrant imagination and our festive colours. We are both large and beautiful countries that have great festivals and enjoy our tasty and spicy food. Thank you for choosing Spanish. I encourage you to enjoy the beautiful process of learning the language and discover more interesting facts about Mexico.

Melba PríaAmbassador of Mexico in India

Querido amigo, Mientras te sumerges en el mundo de habla hispana, aprenderás y descubrirás cosas que nunca antes habían imaginado. México es el país de habla hispana dónde hay más niñas y niños como tú, ansiosos por aprender de otras culturas y conocer nuevos amigos. A pesar de la aparente distancia geográfica entre nuestros países, estamos conectados por el amor a nuestras familias, nuestra vibrante imaginación y nuestros festivos colores. Ambos somos grandes y bellos países con grandiosas festividades y ambos disfrutamos nuestra deliciosa y picante comida. Gracias por escoger el español. Anímate a disfrutar el hermoso proceso de aprenderlo y descubrir más secretos y datos interesantes sobre México.

Melba PríaEmbajadora de México a la India

The Embassy of ‘El Salvador’ in India feels elated & appreciative of the cultural support that we have provided to “S.O.I – Spanish Olympiad India” for their first edition of the examination series. I am sure that this will help students to check their competency in Spanish language & learn about Latin American culture initiating with Salvadorian culture for S.O.I 2018-19. We want to extend our thanks to ‘Spanish Olympiad India’ to initiate an educational endeavour to spread Latin American culture in India. The embassy of El Salvador in India has always promoted & supported educational programs to spread our culture and we will continue to do the same. ¡Viva El Salvador!

H.E. Mr. Ariel Andrade GalindoAmbassador of El Salvador in India

We feel delighted to be a part of “S.O.I – Spanish Olympiad India” in its initial years. We are sure that the first step by ‘Spanish Olympiad India’ will initiate a community building of Latin American world in India by spreading our language & culture. “Embassy of El Salvador in India” feels proud to provide cultural support to S.O.I & we wish them luck. ¡Viva El Español!

Mr. Daniel GutiérrezMinister Counsellor - Embassy of El Salvador

Cultural diplomacy has become one of the most powerful ways to strength relations between two countries. Hence, it is with great pleasure that I welcome this initiative. This educative activity will allow students from India to have a better understanding about Ecuador, its culture, history, gastronomy among other important topics. I hope this will be one of many opportunities to keep fostering relations between India & Ecuador & become closer friends. Long live Spanish, long live Ecuador!

H.E. Mr Héctor Cueva JácomeAmbassador of Ecuador in India

On behalf of Mr. Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo Cohen, President of the Republic of Panama, the Embassy of Panama has the pleasure to extend its gratitude to “S.O.I. Spanish Olympiad India” for this opportunity to be part of this important project. The Embassy of the Republic of Panama also wants to express its appreciativeness to “Vivos Education” for choosing Panama as partner for this edition of the examination series. Cultural field is the right way to close ties between two nations separated for the distance but very linked for the universal history. There is not better election than the language to break the barriers what can separate Panamanian and Indian Community in a common space. Spanish is now days the second mother tongue most spoken in the world. In general terms, Panama feels proud of be part of every Spanish learning process through this test.

Mr Ricardo A. Berna M.Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Embassy of Panama in India