US student visa applications are now open!

The US State Department Deputy Spokesperson, Mignon Houston, on Wednesday announced the opening of student visa applications for the United States and encouraged students to apply.

Opening the student visa applications, Houston emphasised that visas should be used strictly for genuine study purposes. Applicants must not misuse them by disrupting classes or damaging campus property.

She also stated that every decision they make is a ‘US national security decision’ and that these policies align with US immigration law to ensure they are upholding the highest standards for US immigration.

Speaking about US-India relations, Houston described India as an ‘essential partner’ in the Indo-Pacific region and said trade talks are ongoing, according to News on AIR. 

She stressed the importance of a fair and reciprocal trade relationship, consistent with the Trump administration’s America First policy.

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