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The initiative, part of the wider Belt and Road Initiative, began in 2023 at Jiuquan Vocational and Technical College. It aims to train 18 Filipino students in new energy engineering, preparing them to drive the Philippines’ energy transition. Despite challenges like language barriers and funding constraints, the program offers practical training in renewable energy and cultural immersion.

COP28 marks shift in higher education's approach to sustainability

The conclusion of COP28 marks a significant shift in sustainability education, emphasizing its integration into curricula globally, particularly in the UAE. Initiatives like the Greening Education Hub and the “Business Schools for Climate Leadership” program reflect a move towards interdisciplinary approaches in higher education, focusing on environmental, economic, and social aspects.

According to Michael Gaebel, director at the EUA, a key improvement to the Erasmus+ program would involve an overhaul of its IT system. He noted that the current system has led to duplicated efforts, confusion, and delays, as reported by a majority of participating institutions.

Recommendations put forth by the committee are based on evidence gathered from a diverse range of sources, including experts from various regions of Australia, educational institutions, educators, students, and migration agents. These recommendations are a reflection of the insights and perspectives shared during the inquiry.

Cambodia and China’s recent meeting underscores the potential for international education collaboration as both nations seek to deepen their strategic partnership. With a shared vision for education, they aim to explore academic exchanges, joint research initiatives, and study abroad programs, fostering cultural understanding and academic excellence.

Indian international students led the surge in U.S. student visa issuance during the 2022 fiscal year, with a remarkable 43-percent increase in F-1 visas issued. While the approval rates declined to 65 percent, the growth indicates a positive trajectory for the US as a preferred destination for foreign students.

Top destinations for international education are competing to attract foreign students, with Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy serving as a model. Streamlined paths to permanent residency and open work permits for graduates have made Canada an enticing destination for overseas students seeking quality education and career opportunities.

With changing dynamics in TNE between the UK and China, a new model for developing joint programs and institutes must consider creative ways to incentivize reciprocal shorter-term mobility.

EUA warned that the war in Ukraine is now in its second year with no end in sight and that higher education and research within the country must be provided with more sustainable and long-term support measures. Without such assistance, it said, there could be “significant long-term damage and impede Ukraine’s reconstruction.”

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