Inverse Migration Trend Among Migrants in Central America

Migrants are now using smugglers to return them home due to President Trump's strict immigration policies. A tragic incident involving an 8-year-old child highlights the dangers of this 'inverse' migration trend.

Deportation of 119 People to Panama

The United States deported 119 people of different nationalities to Panama as part of an agreement between the Trump administration and the Central American nation. The deportees will be transferred to a shelter near the Darien jungle before being sent back to their respective countries.

Migrant Crisis in Panama

Over 300,000 migrants crossed the Darien Gap into Panama in 2024, with a significant decrease from the previous year. Panamanian President has taken a stricter stance on migration, including deportations and border fences. Majority of migrants were Venezuelans fleeing economic collapse.

Deportation Flight Agreement Between Panama and U.S.

Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino urges President-elect Donald Trump to continue a deportation flight agreement signed with the outgoing Biden administration. The agreement aims to repatriate U.S.-bound illegal migrants caught passing through the dangerous Darién Gap.

Panama's repatriation of undocumented migrants with US assistance

Panama has started repatriating undocumented migrants with the help of the United States to deter irregular migration. The move is part of President Mulino's promise to 'close' the dangerous Darién Gap. The first group of 29 Colombians with criminal records were returned on Tuesday.

Panama installs barbed-wire fencing along the Darien Gap to block U.S.-bound migrants

Panama has installed barbed-wire fencing along the Darien Gap to block U.S.-bound migrants, but videos show migrants finding ways to get around the barriers. The Panamanian government claims it is an effort to manage the flow of people and prevent organized crime.

U.S. Immigration Policy

The United States has signed an agreement with Panama to help remove migrants traveling north to the U.S. through the treacherous Darien Gap. The U.S. will cover the cost of repatriation and provide assistance to Panama in handling the situation.

Panama-U.S. Agreement on Darien Gap Crossings

An agreement between Panama and the Biden administration aims to reduce crossings through Panama’s Darien Gap, potentially closing the pathway for migrants heading to the U.S. southern border for asylum. The dangerous jungle route has claimed many migrant lives, and the agreement seeks to deter irregular migration.

Panama's New President and Migration Policy

José Raúl Mulino sworn in as Panama's next president, focusing on slowing irregular migration through the Darien Gap. U.S. commits to covering cost of repatriation of migrants. Mulino aims to end irregular immigration through the Darien Gap.

Panama's New President and Economic Challenges

Panama has elected a new president, Jose Raul Mulino, to tackle economic challenges and close down the Darien Gap migrant route amidst growing discontent with the nation's democracy.

Pope Francis' Letter to South American Migrants

Pope Francis writes a letter to mostly South American migrants, calling them 'the suffering flesh of Christ.' The migrants crossed the dangerous Darien Gap en route to the United States. Pope expresses solidarity and empathy towards their journey.