Survey Closed, Analysis Underway: Exploring the Influence of China’s Higher Education Exchange Programs on PNG
On August 2, 2025, I officially concluded the online survey component of my PhD research titled “The Influence of China’s Higher Education Exchange Programs on Sino–Papua New Guinea Relations.” This marks a significant milestone in the data collection phase of a study that seeks to understand how educational exchanges between PNG and China shape personal experiences, cultural exchange, and diplomatic ties. The survey was launched on April 2, 2025, and was initially scheduled to close on July 2. However, due to the need for a larger and more representative sample, I extended the survey period by one month, ultimately reaching a total of 230 valid responses . The survey targeted PNG citizens who had participated in various Chinese Higher Education Exchange Programs. These programs include Chinese Government Scholarships, Chinese Language Programs, Public Sector Training Programs, PNG Government STEM Scholarships, and Privately Sponsored study opportunities. Participants were drawn from...