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France Increases Indian Students To 30,000
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Feb. 19, 2026, that France will increase annual Indian student intake from about 10,000 to 30,000 in coming years. He said the government will simplify visa procedures, expand English-taught Master’s programmes in fields such as AI, data science, engineering and business, and clarify post-study work and internship pathways. The move aims to deepen France–India academic and research ties.
Key Points
- 1Announces tripling of Indian student intake from about 10,000 to 30,000 annually in coming years
- 2Simplifies visa procedures and expands English-taught master's courses in AI, data science, engineering, business
- 3Enables increased joint research, dual degrees, internships and clearer post-study work pathways for graduates
Scoring Rationale
Official Macron announcement significantly shifts bilateral education policy, though impact focuses on student mobility rather than broader economic reforms.
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