Revolutionary Government Statement
The government of the Republic of Cuba reiterates its commitment to legal, orderly and safe emigration, and will continue to guarantee the right of Cuban citizens to travel, emigrate and return to the country, in accordance with migratory law
Author: Granma | internet@granma.cu december 1, 2015 11:12:00
Revolutionary Government Statement
The government of the Republic of Cuba reiterates its commitment to legal, orderly and safe emigration,
Since the beginning of the month of November, a difficult situation has developed as a result of the arrival to Costa Rica of an increasing number of Cuban citizens, coming from various Latin American countries, with the intention of emigrating to the United States.
Several thousand Cubans who left Cuba legally – and likewise entered a first destination country, from where they initiated irregular travel – find themselves at this time in an illegal situation in Central and South America, as they attempt to reach the Mexican border with the United States.
This irregular emigration is organized through networks of traffickers in persons operating in the region, responsible for acts of violence, extortion, harassment and other crimes, of which Cubans become victims in their attempt to reach the United States, after a dangerous journey of no less than 7,700 kilometers, crossing eight borders illegally.
The Government of the Republic of Cuba has expressed its concern and has maintained contact with the countries involved in the search for a rapid, adequate solution, as was indicated in the statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Relations this past November 18.