On March 18, 2018, the 11th China Speaks International English Contest was officially launched in Nanjing. Aston English School not only serves as the official designated registration agency for this international event, but also has the right to host the first and second rounds. It marks the recognition of Aston English's superb teaching strength and service by international organizations in the industry. The competition will be divided into local competitions, the China Finals and the global finals. In the middle and late May of 2018, the local preliminary competition was started in Aston English campuses. After a round of preliminary competitions, the local rematch in mid-to-late June was conducted in Xi'an, Jinan, Dalian and Xianyang respectively. The top three prize winners will travel to Hong Kong to participate in the Grand Final of China.