Why Australian universities should battle for the Blue Pacific

Summary

1. Over 3800 agreements with China—82 with Blue Pacific nations.
2. Australian Universities financially dependent on Chinese students.
3. Pacific students face barriers in Australia, including language challenges and racial discrimination.
4. Policy lacks focus on Pacific collaboration, influenced by misconceptions about the region.

References

• Media Check: The STRATEGIST Australian Strategic Policy Institute ASPI Australian Commonwealth-owned independent, think tank: HIGH CREDIBILITY
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC