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JANUARY 15, 2018 06 Education & Training Special India and New Zealand must convert paperwork into action Existing and emerging potential need practical thrust Manoj Ladwa Through India Trade Alliance, New Zealand India and New Zealand share ties that go back centuries – as former British colonies and as important members of the Commonwealth. But unfortunately, the relationship has not yet achieved the potential that exists for closer cooperation on a range of issues – including strategic, global terror and bilateral trade. Cricket, Cricket, Cricket New Zealand features prominently in the Indian consciousness – and in Indian news reports – mostly when the two countries meet on the cricket field. I dare say that legendary all-rounder Sir Richard Hadlee is the most famous New Zealander in India. But away from the arc lights, ties between the two countries have been growing steadily, albeit at a slower pace than many of us would like. Students’ alternative At a time when Indian students are finding it increasingly difficult to pursue higher studies in the UK and the US, New Zealand has been slowly emerging as an alternative to these traditional powerhouses of education. At the end of 2016, about 29,000 Indian students were studying in New Zealand, making India the second-largest source of foreign students to the country. I am hopeful that these students will emerge as great brand ambassadors for the relationship in the years to come. Modest bilateral trade But these are early days. Bilateral services trade between the two countries has more than doubled to $1.36 billion, taking the total trade between India and New Zealand to $2.6 billion. These are admittedly very modest figures, but the good news is that both governments are taking steps to build on this modest base and scale up economic ties closer to their full potential. But with about 52,000 Indian tourists visiting New Zealand last year (and the numbers are rightly growing), the path for much greater empathy between the two nations is warming. The joint statement issued by the two countries last year following the visit of the then New Zealand Prime Minister Sir John Key in October 2016 to India acknowledged that India and New Zealand, being maritime nations, have a common interest in ensuring the safety and security of sea lanes and freedom of navigation and in ensuring the prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region. Given this convergence of strategic interests, the two countries have agreed to strengthen and deepen bilateral political, defence and security relations. Joint initiatives The joint statement gives me hope. It said that the two countries will (1) Establish a bilateral ministerial dialogue through annual meetings, either in India, New Zealand or on the margins of regional or global gatherings (2) Hold annual Foreign Ministry consultations at the senior officials’ level (3) Promote cooperation and dialogue between the two countries on cyber issues (4) Explore prospects for information sharing in support of our mutual interests in maritime security (5) Continue negotiations for a customs cooperation arrangement to facilitate information sharing and to provide a framework for the exchange of new customs procedures and techniques (6) Undertake defence education exchanges, by placing Indian and New Zealand defence personnel on each other’s defence courses and staff colleges Other possibilities There are, of course, several other areas where the two countries are cooperating – most notably in supporting of India’s quest for a seat on the United Nations Security Council, though some further dialogue is needed in acknowledging the importance of New Delhi joining the Nuclear Suppliers’ Group. The two countries have also been negotiating a Free Trade Agreement, but the issue is stuck in a limbo over high agricultural subsidies. Pranab Mukherjee became the first Indian President to visit New Zealand in 2016. And the government of India has notified the third protocol between India and New Zealand for avoidance of double taxation. That is quite a long to-do list! Great potential But I passionately believe in fostering greater cooperation, especially between CommonwAealth nations, for greater bilateral benefit and the greatest common good for the entire community of nations. This goal will take encouragement from the groundwork done for fostering closer and deeper ties between India and New Zealand. And given the thrust that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is giving to his government’s ‘Act East Policy,’ the future of this relationship looks bright. I would like to congratulate India Trade Alliance for publishing this insightful report and the excellent work you do in strengthening the bond of friendship between two great democracies. I also very much look forward to welcoming a strong New Zealand contingent to the ‘Go Global Expo & Conference’ in Mumbai in May 2018. Manoj Ladwa is also Founder and Chief Executive of MSL Chase Group based in London. The above article, which appeared in the ‘New Zealand-India Economic Update December 2017’ of the Auckland based India Trade Alliance’ has been reproduced here with the permission of the latter. 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JANUARY 15, 2018 Education & Training Special 07 NCEA review to modernise school education system Chris Hipkins Overassessment of students and teacher workload will be addressed as part of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) review starting early this year. The review’s Terms of Reference were released on December 14, 2017. The NCEA review is an opportunity to refine and strengthen our key national qualification for young people leaving school, and to ensure that NCEA remains relevant in the modern world. Focus on the Future The Government is committed to delivering a future-focused education system that equips students with skills and knowledge to be globally competitive. The introduction of NCEA represented asignificant modernisation of the system of secondary school assessment. However, the full potential of NCEA has yet to be fully realised. This review will build on what has been achieved with NCEA to date, and respond to emerging needs and opportunities. Over assessment, an issue Students and teachers have told us that overassessment is a real issue and impacts their wellbeing and workload. This and the importance of teaching life skills in schools, such as resilience, creativity, communication and adaptability, will form part of the review. The review will also look at the role of each level of NCEA, particularly the structure and relevance of NCEA Level 1 and whether all young people should attempt it. The Education Ministry will run the review, starting with a range of stakeholders and opening up for all New Zealanders to comment and contribute. New Advisory Group I will also establish a Ministerial Advisory Group of innovative thinkers, who can challenge traditional thinking on senior secondary education and assessment, to lead the initial phase of the review with a discussion document for public consultation in April 2018. I am keen to hear from young people who are currently working towards an NCEA. I have set up a youth advisory group and will be seeking their insights early on in the process, and I want other students to contribute as well during the wider public consultation phase. The Terms of Reference for the review and the Cabinet Paper ‘Reviewing NCEA’ are available at www.education.govt.nz/ ncea-review. Chris Hipkins is Education Minister of New Zealand. Students worry over Best Pacific Institute closure Venkat Raman venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz Hundreds of students of the Best Pacific Institute of Education are reportedly worried about their future as they struggle to find an alternate institution to pursue their study. The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has announced that the Best Pacific Institution has closed, following its decision not to fund the Institute in 2018. Among the concerns of the TEC was the Institute’s financial stability and ability to provide programmes to students. “Hopefully, students have taken the chance to consider their future study options. If not, there is more information on our website about the alternative providers available in South and West Auckland, offering comparable courses,” aTEC notification said. Alternative Institutes It said that the Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT), Skills Update Training Institute, New Zealand School of Education and Advance Training Centre are discussing ongoing study requirements and are continuing to hold meetings for former students of the Best Institute. The Institute had about 700 students on its rolls. The Stuff quoted TEC as saying that while Best had previously delivered training to many people needing it in a critically important area over a long period of time, the education needs of the community changed and Best was not able to adapt these changes. “To ensure that we manage taxpayer funds responsibly, the TEC informed Best that we would not fund it in 2018 as we could not accept it would be financially sustainable or capable of delivering learning programmes to students,” the TEC said. Courses offered The Best Institute offered training from Level 1 foundation-type courses through to degree level in its premises in West and South Auckland. The Stuff also quoted MIT Deputy Chief Executive (Pacifika) Peseta Sam Lotu-liga as saying that there is a range of qualifications from business and trade to performing arts to which students of the Best Institute can be transferred. “MIT is confident that it can accommodate all of the former Best students within its 2018 intake. 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