CAMP SPRINGS, Maryland (AP) — A new rule allowing a U.S. immigration agency to scrutinize a person’s “anti-American” views when applying for a green card or other benefits isn’t designed to target political beliefs, but to identify support for terrorist activity, the organization’s director told The Associated Press. In a wide-ranging interview on Monday, the…
Earlier this month, China’s State Council amended the Regulations on the Administration of the Entry and Exit of Foreigners, highlighting the growing importance of its global talent strategy. Effective from October 1, the visa, which will be subject to approval by the authorities of the People’s Republic of China, will be open to international youths…
The British government has started reaching out to international students, including Indians, to caution against overstaying their visas or claiming asylum in the country. Pakistan primary country of origin for applicants, followed by India, Bangladesh, and Nigeria.(Representative image) According to the BBC, the government is texting and emailing thousands of foreign students directly. Home Secretary…
President Trump said his administration will welcome more Chinese students than ever into the United States to enroll in higher education as trade talks press on with Beijing. Trump announced Monday that he plans to open the floodgates to another 600,000 Chinese college students, though it’s unclear when. There are currently around 270,000 Chinese students…
Though one of the pillars of the program is fostering new academic minds to join the Israeli population, it’s primarily a refuge for students who no longer feel safe on their respective campuses. The Technion – Israel Institute of Technology announced the opening of a new program for international students to address rising antisemitism on…
Those looking to pursue studies abroad are now considering other countries apart from the United States as the Trump administration continues to pressure US colleges to reduce international enrollment. Institutions elsewhere are looking at it as an opportunity, too. Britain, as the second most popular destination for foreign students, stands to gain the most from…
A provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act states all visitors who need nonimmigrant visas to enter the U.S.—tourists, business travelers and international students, to name a few—must pay a “visa integrity fee,” currently priced at $250. Travelers who comply with their visa conditions will be eligible for reimbursement. The provision is estimated to…
What does a regular day look like for an Indian living in China? For YouTuber Abhinav Singh, it is a mix of cultural discoveries, daily routines, and surprising comparisons. In a now-viral vlog, the Indian dance choreographer, who has lived in China for six years, offers a candid look at his life abroad, from commuting…
With no fewer than five universities ranked among the world’s top 100, the city is definitely well positioned to nurture the “Study in Hong Kong” brand. Hong Kong’s proximity to mainland China and long-established overseas links have further reinforced its status as an international education hub. The priority is to cast the net wider to…
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is not about to “take advantage” of international students and scholars facing difficulties in the United States but it will just focus on welcoming and nurturing talent, its head has said, revealing it was handling over 100 transfer applications. Vice-chancellor Xiang Zhang, a renowned scientist, told the Post that…