The United States Department of State has taken swift action to address what it deems a failure by the Transitional Government of South Sudan to respect international norms regarding the return of its citizens. Effective immediately, all visas held by South Sudanese passport holders have been revoked, and further issuance of visas has been suspended in an effort to prevent entry into the United States.
The move comes amid ongoing disputes between the two nations over immigration issues. The US government has emphasized that every country must accept the return of its citizens in a timely manner when another country, including the US, seeks to remove them. South Sudan's failure to comply with this principle has led to the decision to revoke visas and suspend further issuance.
The US Department of State stated that it will review these actions once South Sudan is in full cooperation with international standards. The move is seen as a crucial step in maintaining national security and public safety, while also upholding the country's commitment to respecting the rights and obligations of its citizens and those of other nations.
This development highlights the complexities and challenges associated with addressing immigration issues between countries with differing levels of cooperation and compliance. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how South Sudan will respond to this new policy and what steps it will take to address the underlying concerns that have led to this decision.