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    Aporte de Estados Unidos para Enfrentar la Crisis Migratoria

    The United States’ New Contribution to Address the Migration Crisis in the Americas

    • Posted by Isabella Castaño
    • Categories Blog, News
    • Date October 7, 2024

    Recently, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a new financial commitment to address the migration crisis in Latin America. During the Ministerial Meeting of the Los Angeles Declaration in New York, Blinken revealed that the U.S. will allocate approximately $685 million in additional funds to assist nations collaborating in the regional strategy against irregular migration.

    Announcement Details

    This new funding is part of a broader effort established under the Los Angeles Declaration, an agreement signed by 25 countries in the region. Blinken emphasized that out of this total, $369 million is aimed at supporting refugees, vulnerable migrant populations, and the countries that host them. Additionally, $228 million will be dedicated to emergency food assistance, specifically targeting Venezuelan migrants and displaced people in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

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    So far in 2024, the U.S. has committed over $1.2 billion to support the objectives outlined in the Los Angeles Declaration. This effort includes participation from multilateral financial organizations, such as the World Bank, which will contribute $10 million to promote economic development in refugee communities and surrounding areas.

    Colombia’s Role

    Colombia’s Foreign Minister, Luis Gilberto Murillo, was also present at the announcement and emphasized his country’s commitment to addressing the migration challenge. Colombia has welcomed nearly 3 million Venezuelans, of whom 2.5 million have already been regularized. Murillo noted that efforts are underway to regularize an additional 500,000 migrants who still lack legal status.

    The Foreign Minister acknowledged that despite the ongoing efforts, Colombia faces challenges in meeting the needs of migrants, particularly in areas like healthcare and education. Nevertheless, Colombia remains committed to the principle of solidarity established in the Los Angeles Declaration.

    Regional Focus

    The migration crisis has also positioned Colombia as a transit country for many migrants attempting to reach the United States. The Colombian government is working in partnership with Panama and the U.S. to manage the flow of migrants, especially along the dangerous route through the Darién Gap, where an estimated 500,000 migrants cross each year. Murillo stated that measures are being implemented to reduce this number and facilitate legal migration processes.

    Conclusions

    The new U.S. contribution represents a significant effort to address the migration crisis in the Americas, easing part of the burden on countries hosting large numbers of migrants. As the situation continues to evolve, the U.S. commitment, along with cooperation from countries in the region, will be critical in addressing the challenges posed by irregular migration and ensuring a humanitarian approach to those seeking refuge and opportunities in a new country.

    From: https://www.vozdeamerica.com/a/eeuu-destinara-mas-de-685-millones-para-frenar-las-migraciones-y-amplia-cooperacion-con-colombia/7799097.html

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