Costa Rican authorities announced their decision to enable deported migrants from the U.S. to either remain in the country or leave, addressing human rights concerns. Head of migration authority, Omer Badilla, indicated that starting Monday, detained individuals would regain their personal documents and that a new resolution would help them integrate into Costa Rican society. This initiative follows criticism from human rights organizations regarding the wrongful detainment of migrants, highlighting Costa Rica's commitment to protecting individuals who may fear returning to their home countries.
Omer Badilla, the head of Costa Rica's migration authority, stated that starting Monday, officials would return passports and other personal documents to those detained since February.
He emphasized that a government resolution would open a path for deportees to stay and integrate into Costa Rican society, showcasing a change in approach.
Mr. Badilla remarked, 'If the person has a well-founded fear of returning to their country, we will never send them back. We will protect them.'
This decision follows denunciations from human rights groups and international lawyers who criticized Costa Rica for the wrongful detainment and rights violations of deported migrants.
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