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2 December 2025 at 9:00 am

Education Media Releases

International education drives NZ$4.5 billion economic boost as sector grows with strong public support

New Zealand’s international education sector continues its steady and balanced growth, contributing more than NZ$4. 52 billion annually to the economy and enjoying enduring public support for international students.  

According to latest Stats NZ data, education-related travel exports climbed to $4.

27 November 2025 at 2:20 pm

Education Media Releases

Around the world in five

The United States 

OPT growth pushed USA to record high of international enrolment in 2024//25, but drop in new students this year 

The USA’s higher education section reached a new benchmark of 1.

27 November 2025 at 11:30 am

Education Media Releases

From the Chief Executive: Growth and global partnerships in international education

Kia ora koutou,  

It’s great to be home following an impactful, whirlwind visit to Beijing for the China Annual Conference and Expo for International Education (CACIE).   

I am pleased with the collective outcomes we have achieved from this visit.

What's in it for me?