High visa fees and a political push - behind the downturn. 

Politicians like Pauline Hanson and Andrew Hastie want further cuts and will campaign hard. 

But Phil Honeywood from the international education sector argues foreign students are good for the economy, workforce, tourism and international relations. 

The CEO of the International Education Association of Australia is this week's guest on The Issue. 

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