US Moves to Restrict Visas for South Sudanese Citizens
Senator Marco Rubio has criticized the government of South Sudan, alleging that it has been ‘taking advantage of the United States’. In response, he has announced that the US is initiating measures to revoke visas granted to South Sudanese passport holders.
The US State Department has disseminated a statement from Rubio regarding the matter. It emphasized the importance of immigration law enforcement for national security and public safety, asserting, ‘When a country, including the United States, seeks to deport citizens of another nation, it is essential for that nation to accept the return of its citizens promptly.’
Highlighting South Sudan’s non-compliance with this principle, the statement underscores the US’s decision to cancel all visas issued to South Sudanese passport holders. Additionally, it mentions the introduction of further regulations aimed at preventing their entry into the United States.
