U.S. Deports Over 130 Central Asian Migrants

Under a new agreement aimed at strengthening security and legal cooperation, the U.S. has deported 131 migrants from Central Asia to Uzbekistan.

The United States has deported 131 Central Asian migrants who were residing in the country illegally. The deportees, originally from Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan, were returned to Uzbekistan on a chartered flight, according to a Reuters report published on April 30, The Caspian Post reports.

The move comes under a new agreement between Washington and Tashkent aimed at improving cooperation on migration management and border security. The repatriation was carried out in coordination with Uzbekistan’s authorities, ensuring adherence to international protocols.

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem stated that Washington seeks to continue its collaboration with Uzbekistan to strengthen mutual security and uphold the rule of law. She emphasized the importance of bilateral partnerships in addressing cross-border challenges.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed that the deportation was part of broader efforts to enforce immigration law and enhance domestic security. The operation reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to address undocumented migration.

This deportation aligns with longstanding policy goals dating back to the administration of the U.S. President Donald Trump, who had pledged to remove millions of undocumented migrants from the country. Current enforcement actions build on that legacy with increased focus on strategic international cooperation.

As global migration pressures rise, such coordinated repatriations underscore the increasing focus on legal migration pathways and border enforcement among destination countries. The U.S. continues to work with regional partners to manage irregular migration while adhering to human rights standards.

According to the Department of Homeland Security, future deportation operations will continue under similar bilateral agreements, especially with Central Asian and Latin American countries. Washington emphasizes that these efforts aim to deter unlawful entry while supporting regional stability and cooperation.