First U.S.-Funded Repatriation Flight Departs for Panama

The Panamanian president's office announced that the inaugural U.S.-funded flight to repatriate migrants who illegally entered Panama will depart on Tuesday. This initiative follows an agreement signed between Panama and the U.S. last month, involving both deported and voluntarily repatriated migrants.

The Panamanian president’s office announced that the first U.S.-funded flight aimed at repatriating migrants who entered Panama irregularly is set to take off on Tuesday.

This flight will include both deported and voluntarily repatriated migrants, marking the start of an agreement reached with the U.S. government last month.

The accord underscores ongoing efforts to manage immigration challenges in the region.