The Burmese who currently reside in the United States will be able to benefit from a status of temporary protection, announced Friday, March 12 the US Department of Homeland Security.
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Due to the coup and the violence of the security forces against civilians, the Burmese people are facing a complex and deteriorating humanitarian crisis in many parts of the country,
" Minister Alejandro said. Mayorkas.
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I have designated Burma (as the beneficiary) of temporary protection status so that the Burmese and the usual residents of this country can stay temporarily in the United States,
" he added.
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