First Group of Migrants Arrives in Paraguay Under New Agreement

Paraguay welcomed the first group of 16 migrants from third countries deported from the United States, under a migration cooperation agreement between the two nations. Although 25 people were initially expected, only 16 met the legal requirements for entry and temporary stay in Paraguay.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Asuncion | Updated: 23-04-2026 17:23 IST | Created: 23-04-2026 17:23 IST
First Group of Migrants Arrives in Paraguay Under New Agreement
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On Thursday, Paraguay received its first group of 16 migrants deported from the United States, as part of a migration cooperation agreement established between the two nations, according to a government statement.

Initially, officials expected 25 migrants to arrive, but only 16 met the legal requirements for entry and temporary residency in Paraguay.

The agreement marks a significant step in the countries' collaborative efforts to manage migration effectively and legally.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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