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• New Zealand and Viet Nam commit to strategic education partnership

  A refreshed Strategic Engagement Plan on Education was signed this week between Education New Zealand (ENZ) and Viet Nam’s Ministry of Education and Training.

  The signing – ahead of a virtual leaders’ meeting between Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Viet Nam Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc – marks the elevation of the two countries’ relationship to a ‘strategic partnership’ and heralds a deeper level of education cooperation.

  The renewed Strategic Engagement Plan 2020-2023 will feature initiatives across education sectors in New Zealand and Viet Nam, including joint programmes in the tertiary sector, innovative education models in blended and online delivery, continued collaboration to improve institution-to-institution partnerships for English language training, and alumni engagement.

  Among the refreshed plan’s proposed initiatives are innovative education models in blended and online delivery, which will be particularly relevant to how New Zealand and Viet Nam build on their education relationship in a post COVID-19 environment. 

  New Zealand will continue its commitment to support Viet Nam’s efforts in achieving its 21st century education objectives to produce well-trained, work-ready graduates with the skills necessary to compete in a rapidly changing global market.

  ENZ Chief Executive, Grant McPherson, said the Strategic Engagement Plan’s renewal provides an important opportunity to leverage and build on the longstanding education partnership between New Zealand and Viet Nam.

  “We value the vibrancy and richness that Vietnamese students bring to New Zealand campuses and communities, and we’ve been thrilled to see the growing number of students from Viet Nam choosing to study in New Zealand in recent years.

  “While COVID-19 has presented us with challenges, we are looking forward to welcoming Vietnamese students into New Zealand when it is safe for to do so, including through initiatives such as the New Zealand Schools Scholarships and the New Zealand Scholarships programme for postgraduate students.”

  The New Zealand Ambassador to Viet Nam, Wendy Matthews, said it was fitting to see the re-commitment to the Strategic Engagement Plan in 2020, which marks the 45^th anniversary of diplomatic relations between New Zealand and Viet Nam.

  “The New Zealand-Viet Nam relationship has gone from strength to strength in recent years and education has been an integral part of this growth. I am delighted to see New Zealand institutions embarking on new ventures with education partners in Viet Nam – together they are developing innovative and student centric approaches. As we celebrate 45 years of diplomatic relations in 2020, I’m confident today’s signing will serve as an effective platform to further advance education cooperation between Viet Nam and New Zealand and deliver successful education outcomes for our students.”

• Emergency benefit for temporary visa holders

  Emergency Benefit, which was available for eligible temporary visa holders until 28 February 2021 from Work and Income at the Ministry of Social Development, has been extended to 31 August 2021.

  It’s a weekly payment to help with basic living costs while the person arranges to return home as soon as they can.

  You can direct in-need students to this Work and Income link to find out if they will qualify and how to apply.

  Who is eligible

  Foreign nationals may be able to get the Emergency Benefit if they:

  • have a current temporary New Zealand visa that is not sponsored, for example a visitor visa, student visa or work visa
  • are in financial hardship with no other means of support (other than money to buy a flight home)
  • either:
    • are arranging to return home as soon as they can, or
    • can't get home because of COVID-19 travel restrictions but will do so as soon as flights are available
  • are taking all reasonable steps to find other means of support, including looking for work; consular assistance; savings or support from family, friends and organisations in NZ or overseas
  • have a valid passport
  • have a New Zealand bank account
  • have an Inland Revenue (IRD) number.

• Recovery plan for the international education sector

   

  The Minister of Education has announced a long-term recovery plan for the international education sector.

  It includes a $51.6 million investment from the COVID-19 recovery and response fund to help reset New Zealand’s international education sector.

  The Plan consists of three concurrent workstreams that focus on stabilising the international education sector, strengthening the system, and accelerating the transformation of the sector as signalled in the 2018 International Education Strategy.

  It includes:   

  • $20 million in support for state and state-integrated schools to continue to employ the specialist international workforce to provide teaching and pastoral care to international students in New Zealand this year. 
  • $10 million targeted and immediate funding to private training providers of strategic importance (including English language schools) to preserve the foundations of the sector. MOE is developing eligibility criteria which will be implemented by TEC; providers can apply to TEC from mid-August.  
  • $1.5 million for English Language Schools to deliver English language training to migrants to help them to succeed in our schools and communities. 
  • $6.6 million to continue pastoral care and other activities normally funded by the Export Education Levy. 
  • $500k for NZQA to ensure the quality of New Zealand education being delivered offshore, and continue strengthening ongoing quality assurance processes.

  ENZ will administer:

  • $3 million for marketing and brand protection activities to keep New Zealand’s education brand visible in key markets and to ensure we capitalise on the strong international reputation New Zealand has gained through its handling of the COVID-19 crisis.
  • $10 million to develop new future-focused products and services to drive growth in our system onshore and offshore, to ensure a more resilient sector. This will include: 
  • An offshore pathways initiative to enable learners to begin their New Zealand education journey from their home country and to study programmes that pathway directly into bachelors and masters degrees in New Zealand, providing greater flexibility for learners and resilience to shocks. 
  • A New Zealand digital platform to provide a single strong New Zealand brand and presence to enable New Zealand providers to deliver their education products and study programmes to more people offshore, and to meet changing learner needs.  

  Education New Zealand will also support and drive the Recovery Plan through its annual activity. This will include brand positioning, maintaining engagement with students, partners and agents offshore, student retention and transitions, building the international reputation of New Zealand education, and working with the sector and regions on innovation and new modes of delivery.

  The Ministry of Education has developed criteria for the allocation of funding for Private Training Establishments (PTEs) and English language schools, to be implemented by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). 

  Fund for PTEs in financial difficulty due to COVID-19
  

  The Private Training Establishment (PTE) Targeted Assistance Fund (TAF) closed on 11 September 2020. 

  PTE ESOL Provision Fund

  The PTE ESOL Provision Fund closed on 28 August 2020.

  Further information

  • Download the Recovery Plan outline here
  • Read the Minister of Education's release
  • Cabinet Paper - A Strategic Recovery Plan for the International Education Sector

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• New Zealand education featured at leading India events

  ENZ Team India flew the flag for New Zealand at the IC3 Annual Conference & Exhibition 2025 in Mumbai and the G2 Gen Next Higher Education Summit in Bengaluru.  

  Both events are recognised as cornerstone platforms in India’s education calendar, drawing senior decision-makers and influencers from across South Asia. 

  At the IC3 Annual Conference, which welcomed over 1000 school leaders, career counsellors, and education providers, ENZ’s booth attracted significant engagement from a wide range of attendees. 

  

  ENZ Market Development Manager Bhupinder Kaur engaging with high school counsellors at the IC3 ENZ booth.

  The booth served as a central hub for sharing New Zealand’s education story, distributing tailored resources, and building meaningful connections with high school counsellors.  

  

  University of Auckland Director International, Martin Hookham-Simms, representing New Zealand at the session on Destination Alignment at IC3 Conference.

  New Zealand’s quality offering was further profiled in a breakout session on the topic ‘Destination Alignment: A Best-Fit Framework for UK, US & New Zealand.  

  University of Auckland Director International, Martin Hookham Simms, represented New Zealand in the session, speaking alongside University of Southampton Executive Director – India Implementation, David Winstanley and Rice University Deputy Director of Admission, Jessica Griffith.  

  The discussion highlighted emerging student preferences for the UK, US, and New Zealand, offering a practical breakdown of how to assess each destination using key criteria such as academic fit, affordability, career opportunities, and cultural context. Drawing on first-hand insights from senior university leaders, the session equipped attendees with actionable tools to help students make confident, informed, and best-fit decisions. 

  

  ENZ Director of Engagement East Asia & India, Jugnu Roy, representing ENZ at the g2 Conference by Gen Next Education during the Country Spotlight session.

  Over to the g2 Gen Next Summit, ENZ led a dedicated Country Spotlight session to highlight New Zealand’s world-class education system and demonstrate its relevance to India’s evolving education priorities.  

  The g2 Gen Next Summit is known for facilitating high-impact dialogue between high schools and global universities, making it a valuable space for ENZ to promote New Zealand's educational identity and grow partnerships. 

  

  ENZ Team India with high school counsellors at the g2 Experience 2025 in Bengaluru.

  ENZ also hosted a targeted roundtable with high school counsellors, providing a deeper understanding of New Zealand’s holistic and future-ready study environment, and reinforcing pathways for Indian students. 

  Director of Engagement, Jugnu Roy, said the events provided a great platform to demonstrate New Zealand’s unique strengths in education.  

  “Through our presence at IC3 and the Country Spotlight session at g2, we were able to strengthen relationships with influential school counsellors, share up-to-date resources, and highlight New Zealand’s academic strengths, inclusive values, and commitment to student wellbeing,” she said. 

  “This direct engagement supports our long-term strategy in India to position New Zealand as a preferred international study destination,” Jugnu added. 

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