New Deal in Guatemala Rubio's Second Deportation Agreement Sends Migrants Back Home

New Deal in Guatemala Rubio's Second Deportation Agreement Sends Migrants Back Home

Guatemala and the United States have reached a significant agreement on deportations, with Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo announcing that his country will accept migrants from other countries who are being deported from the US. This marks a major shift in Guatemala's policy towards accepting deportations.

Under the agreement, the US government will cover the costs of returning deportees to their home countries. This represents a significant increase in Guatemala's capacity to accept deportees, with the number of flights expected to rise by as much as 40%. The agreement also includes provisions for migrants from other countries who are being deported by the US government.

This development is seen as a key step forward in addressing some of the major challenges facing the US government on immigration and border security. By working with countries like Guatemala, the US can reduce its costs and logistical burdens associated with managing large numbers of migrants.

A Focus on Development

In addition to the agreement on deportations, President Arévalo also announced the formation of a new border security force that will patrol Guatemala's borders with Honduras and El Salvador. This force will be made up of police and soldiers and will combat transnational crime of all kinds.

The Guatemalan leader emphasized the importance of development in addressing the root causes of migration. However, the permanent answer to immigration is to bring development so that no one has to leave the country, he said. To that end, a high-level Guatemalan delegation will travel to Washington in the coming weeks to discuss ways to promote economic development and reduce poverty.

A New Era in Deportations?

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip has been marked by a focus on immigration and border security, and this agreement is seen as a key step forward in addressing some of the major challenges facing the US government. By working with countries like Guatemala to accept deportees, the US can reduce its costs and logistical burdens associated with managing large numbers of migrants.

What's Next?

As Rubio's trip continues, it remains to be seen what other agreements and initiatives will emerge from his discussions with leaders in Central America. One thing is clear, however the US government is committed to addressing the complex issue of immigration and border security, and working closely with countries like Guatemala is a key part of that effort.

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