NEW YORK -- India has overtaken China as the top country of origin for international students in the U.S., as the rivalry between Beijing and Washington as well as zero-COVID restrictions squeeze bilateral exchanges in the academic sphere.
Fewer Chinese students study in U.S. due to political tensions and COVID restrictions

Classes have resumed for the fall at New York University. Students from China are increasingly deciding against schools in the U.S. (Photo by Mana Yumi)
NEW YORK -- India has overtaken China as the top country of origin for international students in the U.S., as the rivalry between Beijing and Washington as well as zero-COVID restrictions squeeze bilateral exchanges in the academic sphere.