Chinese agents “optimistic” after Covid impact
“Most” study travel agencies in China describe the impact of Covid as “under control” despite a drop in enrolments as a result of the pandemic, according to new BONARD research.
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CAPS-I: pandemic has brought mental health issues “to the forefront”
At its first in-person conference in three years, the Canadian Association of Public Schools – International tackled mental health issues in several sessions.
Western Australia reveals $41.2m package for international education
Western Australia has announced a $41.2 million package to build a pipeline of future onshore international students, re-engage international education agents, and provide additional financial support measures.
NZ consults on new strategy and plans promotional tour of Americas
Consultation on New Zealand’s refreshed International Education Strategy 2022-2030 is launching imminently, while the government has reaffirmed its commitment to “reinvigorate and strengthen” the international education sector.
NZ: fully open on July 31 and post-study work reforms announced
New Zealand’s international education industry will ‘fully resume’ on July 31 when the country’s border reopens, the government has said as it revealed changes in post-study work rights.
Need to foster Australia-Asia youth engagement not dependent on travel
Australia-Asia youth leaders want to re-convene in-person programs and restart travel and immersion experiences, but do not necessarily want to revert to the way youth engagement ‘used to be’.
SEVP trends moving in the “right direction” despite 2021 dip in US
International student footfall saw a slight decline in the years 2020-21, but F-1 and M-1 visa holder trends are heading “in the right direction”, according to stakeholders.
Bookings surge as confidence in international recruitment travel returns
Bookings from universities and colleges for international recruitment fairs are increasing as university travel policies are now allowing staff to return to international travel.
Language sector role lauded in Canada’s aims
Welcoming international students and improving their language skills are essential for Canada to achieve its economic goals, the minister of immigration has said.
Malaysia to re-open border to international travellers
Malaysia will re-open its border to international travellers on April 1, marking an “exit strategy to allow us all to return back to an almost normal life after nearly two years fighting Covid-19”, prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has said.
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