This week, Irish prime minister Micheal Martin touched down in Beijing for a high-profile visit aimed at deepening ties between Ireland and the Chinese mainland. Education took center stage as the Irish embassy, Enterprise Ireland, and Education in Ireland teamed up to showcase exciting joint programs.
In recent years, Sino-Irish education partnerships have been on steady rise. By July 2025, Enterprise Ireland data shows there were 110 joint institutions and programs, with over 12,000 students already enrolled 🎓. And that’s just the beginning!
With fresh projects rolling out, organizers expect enrolment to soar past 15,000 by September 2026. From language exchanges to dual-degree tracks in tech and business, young learners are getting global-ready skills for tomorrow’s world 🌏.
Local universities in both Ireland and the Chinese mainland are preparing to welcome more students, offering new scholarships and virtual classrooms. For students in Latin America dreaming of study-abroad adventures, these growing links could open a world of possibilities 📚✨.
As Micheal Martin continues his tour, keep an eye on more announcements—this is one chapter in an epic story of cross-cultural learning and innovation!
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China, Ireland promote educational ties amid Irish PM's visit
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