Lack of Funds Hampers Humanitarian Response to Surging Migration in the Americas, UN Warns

The flow of migrants in the Americas has reached historic levels, but there is a lack of international funds for humanitarian needs, according to the United Nations. The International Organisation for Migration emphasizes the need for a coordinated regional effort to address the steady movement of vulnerable people towards the United States. However, global funds have been diverted to other crises, leaving countries like Panama and Costa Rica pleading for international aid. The overwhelming influx of migrants, particularly from Venezuela, has strained Latin American governments that lack the necessary funds to support their own citizens. The international response has been characterized by short-term measures, and analysts stress the importance of addressing the root causes of migration while providing assistance and legal pathways for migrants.