It is in this dangerous region of Panama, known as the Darién Gap, that a new strategy by the Department of Homeland Security will now have to deal with the flow of immigrants. The initiative forms part of a wider effort and strategy to deal with migration more in a more controlled manner as well as humanely. This plan involves the removal and repatriation of migrants encountered in the Darién Gap, trying to reduce the individuals who dare to take the perilous journey through this area. DHS is increasing its cooperation with the Panamanian authorities to help in these efforts, marking a huge turn of events in the U.S.'s approach toward immigration enforcement and regional cooperation.
It is most insistent on enforcement and humanitarian assistance compared to any previous strategy. While trying to hit at the roots of migration, such as violence and economic instability in their home countries, the initiative will provide many reliefs and supports to the migrating people during transit. U.S. and Panamanian officials envision a more green and viable framework for managing migration that could reduce serious risks and challenges—the migration journey is full of—that migrants face in crossing through the Darién Gap.
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