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False (B)

To identify cases, prevent transmission, and provide care for suspected and confirmed cases.

<p>non-stop buses</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Highest number of migrant apprehensions = 2022 US-Mexico joint declaration on migration and refugees = 2019 Fire in Ciudad Juarez migration center = 2023 Repressive control over Migrant Caravans = 2020</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>COVID-19 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>90% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3,448,412</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the elasticisation of the US southern border</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elasticisation of the US southern border = US extends power through migration policing Open arms policy = Promised by AMLO administration for migrants Tariffs threat = US tactic to curb irregular migration Migration caravans = Organized movements for greater security</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increase in the flow of irregular migrants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1,064 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grupo Aéreo Monterrey (Magnicharters)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2020 = 8 2021 = 140 2022 = unknown 2023 = not applicable</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>15% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complications of COVID-19</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>MX$190,457,561.82 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>80</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emphasized stronger interception measures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>80 = Average migrants expelled to Haiti 72 = Average migrants expelled to Cuba 38 = Average custodial agents per flight to Haiti 30 = Average custodial agents per flight to Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A refugee from El Salvador killed by police brutality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Human Development Index (HDI) measures a country's achievements in three key areas: health, education, and living standards.

Mexico's deportation machine is a system that expels a high percentage of migrants intercepted by authorities, with a rapid processing and expulsion time.

US pressure, human rhetoric, the Covid-19 excuse, and payment are some of the factors that influence Mexico's migration policies.

The 'elasticisation of the US southern border' refers to the US extending its control over migration beyond its physical border through collaborations with Mexico.

The term 'border-country' highlights how Mexico's relationship with the US creates a heightened focus on migration control due to shared borders.

The term 'vertical border' signifies the US extending its influence on migration within Mexico, pushing its control beyond the physical boundary.

The 'arterial border' concept emphasizes how Mexico, in its role as a transit country, is involved in migration control efforts due to its position on major migration routes.

The 'caravans' formed by Central American migrants aimed to create a safer journey by travelling together, prompting the AMLO administration to promise a 'open arms' migration policy.

The Mexican government's approach to migrants, characterized by a seemingly welcoming stance while implementing strict measures in practice.

A large group of people who are traveling together, often seeking a better life in another country, and posing challenges for immigration authorities.

The highest recorded number of migrant apprehensions in Mexico, totaling 444,439 in the year 2022.

The tragic incident where 40 detained migrants died in a fire at a migration detention center in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, in March 2023.

The COVID-19 pandemic, which was used as a reason by the Mexican government to increase the number of deportations.

A protocol implemented by the Mexican National Institute of Migration (INM) during the COVID-19 pandemic to manage potential cases and prevent transmission in detention centers.

The practice of transporting deported migrants in long, uncomfortable bus journeys without adequate facilities or care.

Bus drivers who are tasked with transporting deported migrants, often carrying official migration documentation and responsible for the migrants' well-being while driving long distances.

Mexico transitioned its deportation methods from primarily using buses to relying heavily on air transport for expelling migrants, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mexico's use of charter flights for deportations sparked concern regarding potential corruption and lack of transparency within the process. Due to the absence of competitive bidding, concerns arose about the involvement of a private company potentially influencing the deportation system.

The private company, Magnicharters, was contracted by the Mexican government to handle migrant air transportation for deportation purposes. The company's involvement in deportations raised concerns about transparency and potential conflict of interest.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mexican government implemented a change in deportation practices, shifting from ground transportation (buses) to primarily using air transport (planes). This change aimed to minimize potential contamination risks during the pandemic.

The INM (National Institute of Migration) of Mexico has been accused of intentionally omitting details related to the death of a Salvadorean woman in their custody due to COVID-19 complications. The incident highlights concerns about accountability and transparency within the INM.

In 2020, Mexico deported 2,934 Central American migrants by air, with the majority sent to Honduras. This marked a significant increase in air deportations compared to previous years.

In 2021, the number of migrants deported by air from Mexico reached 17,002, almost tripling the number from the previous year. This signifies a considerable increase in the use of air transport for deportations.

Mexico deported migrants by air to various countries, including Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Cuba, Haiti, and Ecuador. However, the proportion of charter flights used for deportation varied significantly between these countries.

The Mexican government spent a large portion of its budget on "transporting persons," mainly on deporting migrants, highlighting the significant financial investment in migration control.

The Mexican government's use of charter flights to deport migrants with heavy presence of both migration agents and National Guard agents signifies a militarization of migration control.

The Mexican government uses euphemisms like "human rights compliance" and "collaboration" to mask the reality of forced deportations and a militarized approach to migration control.

The Mexican government's increasing use of interception measures and militarization of migration control, combined with existing systemic violence against irregular migrants, has resulted in a more violent and dangerous environment for migrants.

The US extends its control over migration beyond its physical border by collaborating with Mexico to manage migration flows, influencing internal Mexican policies and creating a virtual 'border' within Mexico.

Mexico's close proximity and shared border with the US create a heightened focus on migration control, making Mexico a key player in managing migration flows.

The US extends its influence on migration policies within Mexico, pushing its control beyond the physical border and shaping migration management strategies within Mexico.

Mexico's strategic location as a transit country for migrants makes it a crucial player in migration management, with its efforts focused on controlling migration routes and flows.