The agreement encourages ongoing academic and cultural exchange between both countries.

First cohort would be welcomed by mid-2027, offering degrees in technology, health and community services, and sustainable development.

The key is to treat naming as part of the broader relationship, not just a habit or automatic tradition.

Countries like China, Singapore, and India are rapidly integrating AI literacy into school curricula, each tailoring their approach to local needs—from early chatbot ethics in Beijing to multilingual, localised AI programs across India.

In total, 306 Study Awards were presented across a wide range of disciplines, from English and Biology to Dance and Tamil.

According to global consultancy McKinsey, generative AI could add between US$2.6 trillion and $4.4 trillion in annual global productivity.

There are at least 15 universities serving the region, including new or enhanced national institutions.

Established in 1964 by the Government of India, the ITEC programme is a key pillar of India’s development partnership with over 160 countries across Asia, Africa, the Pacific, and the Caribbean.

Clare added that “placement poverty is a real thing,” recalling students who could afford tuition but not unpaid placements.

“Over the past five years, we have seen the reputation of Australian universities gradually decreasing”