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Britain announced it will rejoin the EU's Erasmus student exchange program in 2027, after leaving in 2020, with a significant financial contribution, signaling a move towards closer ties with the EU and benefiting young Britons through enhanced study opportunities and soft power benefits.
Britain announced it will rejoin the EU's Erasmus student exchange program in 2027, after leaving in 2020, with a contribution of £570 million for the 2027/28 academic year, signaling a move towards closer ties with the EU and benefiting young Britons through increased study abroad opportunities.
The UK is set to rejoin the Erasmus scheme in 2027 after leaving it post-Brexit in 2020, with the government expected to announce this soon, marking a significant win for students and a move to repair relations with the EU.
In 2023, 56% of US visas issued in India were for individuals from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, highlighting the growing presence of the Telugu community in the United States. India surpassed China as the largest sender of students to the US, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana contributing significantly to this trend. The US Consulate in Hyderabad is expanding its staff to manage the increasing number of visa applications. Additionally, there has been a notable rise in American students enrolling in Indian universities, with a 300% increase in 2023.
The American Exchange Project (AEP) is a unique student exchange program that allows high school graduates to experience a brand-new culture within the United States. Founded by David McCullough III, AEP aims to bridge the political, socio-economic, and cultural divides in America by sending students to towns that are different from their own. Through this program, students have the opportunity to bond with peers from diverse backgrounds and gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives. McCullough hopes to expand the program to reach a million students a year, all free of charge, with the support of donors like Steven Spielberg.
Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou has begun a 12-day visit to mainland China, accompanied by Taiwanese students as part of an exchange with two Chinese universities. Ma, who is visiting as a private citizen, has framed the trip as a means to improve relations between Beijing and Taipei. The visit comes a day after Honduras broke its ties with Taiwan. The Kuomingtang politician's visit has been criticised by Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party, but there has been little controversy on the island due to other Kuomingtang politicians having previously made similar trips.