Costa Rica will accept migrants deported from the US under a new agreement, with the US providing financial support and the UN handling aid.
SAN JOSE: The United States and Costa Rica have signed an initial agreement for Costa Rica to accept migrants deported by the US from other countries.
Costa Rica’s presidency announced the deal on Monday, stating the country retains the final decision on whether to accept individuals. The statement indicated transfers could involve up to 25 people per week.
The US has committed to providing the necessary financial support for the arrangement. The International Organization for Migration, a UN-related agency, will offer food and housing assistance to the migrants.