澳大利亚维多利亚州州长：始终欢迎中国留学生赴维州学习

Group 1 - The core focus of the article is on the importance of international education in strengthening Australia-China relations, as emphasized by Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan during her recent visit to China [1][3]. - The Victorian government released a policy document titled "Victoria's China Strategy: Towards a New Golden Era," highlighting that international education has been the largest service export industry in Victoria since 2002, generating an estimated AUD 15.9 billion in 2024 [3]. - Approximately 330,000 international students are registered in Victoria, with 64,300 being Chinese students, indicating a significant reliance on Chinese enrollment for the state's education sector [3]. Group 2 - Allan expressed a commitment to welcoming international students and enhancing cultural exchanges, stating that education fosters trust and cooperation, which are essential for a safer future [3][4]. - The Australian government has tightened international student policies, introducing a quota system for 2024, which allows for 295,000 international students annually, an increase of 25,000 from the previous year, although actual numbers may be lower due to other immigration policies [3]. - There are discussions within the Victorian higher education sector about structural reforms to improve the quality of education and experiences offered to both domestic and international students [4].