That is true, a particularly interestinpoint about English - it's a common language - the most widespread language in the world, only two countries in Europe actually speak it as a first language - it's a major boost.
Better than a language that doesn't know how to pronounce 'w'! -:P
Most of the Germans I meet in the business setting are painfully aware of the stereotype of the German who pronounces English "w" as English "f" or "v" - so they amusingly emphasize the proper pronunciation.
Educated Germans say "WWWork" rather than "vork."
It's also funny how so many Indians do the opposite - pronounce every "v" as a "w."