Beijing announced a new scholarship fund supporting 15,000 students from the Global South to study in Chinese universities starting 2026. The program strengthens China’s educational diplomacy, expanding soft power through academic exchange.
Universities will offer English-medium programs and research placements in science, engineering, and public health. Education analysts describe the move as part of a broader strategy to consolidate China’s influence in developing regions.
Early feedback from participating nations suggests strong interest in long-term academic partnerships.
