The United Nations has voiced its concern over the new restrictions imposed by US President Joe Biden to limit the flow of asylum seekers. In a statement, the UN urged Washington to reconsider this step. Biden’s executive order aims to control the influx of migrants across the southern borders of the United States, addressing one of his weaknesses in the electoral battle with Donald Trump.
Under this order, officials will be able to confront asylum seekers and migrants when their number reaches 2,500 per day and authorize the deportation of immigrants who crossed into the US without required documents. However, these measures have raised concerns from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), who stated that they impose severe restrictions on an individual’s right to seek asylum in the country.
The UN emphasized that individuals with a fear of persecution must be allowed to seek safety and have their claims evaluated before deportation. While there are challenges in managing large numbers of arrivals at its borders, the country has historically welcomed refugees through various pathways. Therefore, broader reform efforts are needed to improve border management and asylum systems’ fairness, quality, and efficiency.
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