Global Universities Challenge Trump's Academic Crackdown

In a global response to U.S. President Donald Trump's restrictive policies on academic institutions, universities worldwide are offering a haven for impacted students. President Trump's administration has targeted top talent with significant funding cuts and visa restrictions, positioning other countries as attractive alternatives for students and researchers.

Leading Japanese institutions, such as Osaka University, are extending tuition waivers and research grants. Similarly, China's Xi'an Jiaotong University is actively appealing to students from Harvard. The strategic moves come as Trump's administration enforces stringent measures that international students, particularly from China, find increasingly challenging and uncertain.

Amidst the tightening U.S. policies, countries like Germany, France, and Ireland emerge as appealing options for international students. Analysts indicate a noticeable decline in inquiries about studying in the U.S., with a consequential rise in interest for European and Asia-Pacific institutions. The reputational implications of Trump's policies could burden U.S. academic institutions for years, potentially driving a brain drain.

(With inputs from agencies.)