Today, the British Parliament approved the proposed law that allows the start of deportation flights to Rwanda for asylum seekers who enter the United Kingdom illegally. Members of the House of Lords agreed not to present any further changes and voted in favor of the proposal, recognizing Rwanda as a safe destination, after months of debates and criticism from the opposition, writes Notícias ao Minuto.The plan, announced two years ago by the conservative prime minister, Rishi Sunak, could come into force after ratification by King Charles III. The House of Lords had delayed approval of the proposal, requiring an independent body to confirm Rwanda’s status as a safe country. Rwanda is one of the most stable on the African continent, but President Paul Kagame, in power for 24 years, is accused of governing in a climate of fear, repressing dissent and freedom of expression. Last year, 29,437 illegal migrants arrived on vessels such as boats of rubber, a reduction of 36 percent compared to 45,774 in 2022. Source: O País
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