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Australia prepares for thousands of Chinese students to return as relations improve

2 Oct 19:34 Key points summarised by AI

China's education ministry will no longer recognize online degrees, compelling thousands of Chinese students to return to overseas campuses, including those in Australia.
Australia's A$39 billion education sector is preparing for the arrival of approximately 40,000 offshore Chinese students, with universities expecting most to return by late February.
This policy shift signals improving diplomatic relations between Australia and China, following the relaxation of trade sanctions after two years of strained ties.
The sudden announcement has caused significant logistical challenges and anger among Chinese students, who face a scramble to secure visas, flights, and accommodation on short notice.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.