Rwanda as a New Haven: U.S. Migrant Agreement Unveiled

The United States and Rwanda have formalized an agreement allowing the African nation to accept up to 250 migrants deported from the U.S., according to a government official. This move comes as part of President Donald Trump's stringent immigration policy.

Yolande Makolo, a spokesperson for the Rwandan government, confirmed that Rwanda agreed to this deal partly due to its societal values rooted in experiencing displacement and emphasizing reintegration. Rwanda will approve each migrant before resettlement, providing them access to training, healthcare, and accommodation.

This development is part of a broader U.S. effort to deport illegal immigrants to third countries. Rwanda positions itself as a destination country, notwithstanding criticisms from rights groups about its human rights record.

(With inputs from agencies.)