University relationship with India to strengthen education ties

Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland has further strengthened its relationships with Indian counterparts during the Prime Ministerial trade mission to Delhi and Mumbai.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Dawn Freshwater says the University is building on its already well-established strong partnerships with Indian higher education and research institutions and welcomes Indian students to study in Auckland.

These relationships have developed to include collaboration in research and innovation, New Zealand student mobility, student recruitment, and the enhancement of the NZ Centre at IIT Delhi.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand is ambitious to have a stronger relationship with India.

“Connections between our people are valuable for both nations. It’s great to see the University of Auckland’s efforts and connections first-hand and to explore the opportunities available.”

The Vice-Chancellor is travelling with the business delegation and has taken the opportunity to renew a joint PhD agreement with IIT Kharagpur, sign a Letter of Intent for internships commencing in the second half of the year, and forge a Memorandum of Understanding with India’s top-five institution, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

Freshwater says Indian universities and research institutions are highly valued partners.

“A recent development is internships for New Zealand students in India. Supporting our students to be India-literate graduates is essential for the country’s future workforce as businesses and organisations lift their engagement with the sub-continent.”