Port of Miami planning Web translations in Mandarin
In a sign of how trade patterns are changing, the Port of Miami says that when in starts to offer translated versions of its new Web site later this year, there will be translations into not only Spanish, but Mandarin Chinese.
Andria Muniz, the port's public affairs officer for intergovernmental affairs and promotions, explained that China is now the second-ranked trading country for the port, moving up from 14th in 2003. What's more, if trends continue, there may soon be more trade with China than any other country.
The port plans to unveil the first phase of its Web site in August, with the translated versions available in September or October, Muniz said.
Port of Miami planning Web translations in Mandarin
