Panama's upcoming public security minister plans to crack down on U.S.-bound migrants crossing the Darién Gap jungle trail by establishing checkpoints for detainment and deportation, without building a border wall. The president-elect aims to close the Darién Gap with international aid and respect for human rights.
Key Points
Plan to close the Darién Gap by establishing checkpoints
Focus on diplomatic contacts and international cooperation
Deportation and repatriation of migrants back to their countries of origin
Pros
Efforts to address the influx of migrants crossing the Darién Gap
Establishment of checkpoints for detainment and deportation
Cons
Concerns about the impact on migrants' rights and well-being
Potential challenges in effectively closing the Darién Gap