President Irfaan Ali clarified that discussions on migration with the US have not led to agreements on accepting third country deportees in Guyana for imprisonment. He emphasized ongoing cooperation and issues discussed with the US but refrained from addressing CBS News reports directly. Recent meetings focused on legal cooperation, including extradition matters.
President Irfaan Ali stated that discussions between the Guyanese government and the US regarding migration have taken place. However, he clarified that there have been no agreements about accepting third country deportees to Guyana for imprisonment. While partnerships with the US are being explored, the specifics around deportees are not confirmed. Ali emphasized, “Accepting deportees is not having persons in prison.”
Following the change in the US administration, discussions occurred between President Ali and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on migration issues, as highlighted in a statement from the US Department of State. As the US implements strategies to manage illegal immigration, it is considering agreements with various countries to accept deportees, including those from third countries.
Ali reiterated his stance, stating there are no ongoing negotiations regarding accepting deportees, and that he has not reviewed the CBS News report on this matter. He noted that discussions with US officials included various topics related to migration, establishing the US as a key partner for Guyana.
Recently, a Guyanese government team, led by the Attorney General and including other ministers, met with US law enforcement representatives to strengthen cooperation on legal matters. This collaboration aims to enhance mutual assistance in criminal issues and extradition processes between the two nations. The US continues to seek deportation agreements with multiple countries to effectively address unauthorized migration.
In summary, while President Irfaan Ali confirmed that the US-Guyana discussions cover migration, there are currently no agreements to accept third country deportees in Guyana. Ali emphasized the importance of partnership with the US, but specified that issues of imprisonment for deportees were not part of these discussions. Continued cooperation on legal matters between the two governments was noted.
Original Source: newssourcegy.com
