US and Panama sign agreement that aims to close the Darién Gap to ‘illegal migrants’
This article is a summary of reporting by CNN. Originally published July 1, 2024.
Panama and the United States signed a landmark accord designed to stem the flow of northbound migrants traversing the treacherous Darién Gap rainforest connecting Colombia and Panama. The agreement was reached immediately following the swearing-in of President José Raúl Mulino, who campaigned heavily on curbing illegal migration. Under the framework, Washington agreed to cover costs and provide logistical support to assist Panama in deporting irregular border crossers.
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The United States and Panama reached an agreement aimed at halting unauthorized migration through the Darién Gap jungle.
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