The President of the Institute of International Education examines issues raised by the possibility of a large inflow of students from the Middle East and other wealthy and developing nations, noting the opportunity to contribute to the development of other nations and the responsibilities that it entails. (JT)

Both the government and private associations have made significant contributions to international educational exchange. An overview of the role of both sectors, including strengths and weaknesses, is provided, and the importance of continued cooperations between the government's International Communication Agency (ICA) and the private sector is…