U.S. gives Pakistan 60 days to improve screening or face entry ban
The Trump administration is considering imposing partial entry restrictions on Pakistan and 25 other countries if they fail to address U.S. security concerns within 60 days, according to a memo reviewed by Reuters. The proposed measures are part of a broader plan to tighten screening procedures for foreign nationals entering the United States.
According to Reuters, the Trump administration is considering imposing entry restrictions on citizens from dozens of countries.
A U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, informed Reuters about the plan. Additionally, Reuters has reviewed a memo outlining the proposal, which categorizes 41 countries into three groups.
The first group includes 10 countries such as Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Cuba, and North Korea, whose citizens could face a complete visa ban.
The second group, including Eritrea, Haiti, Laos, Myanmar, and South Sudan, may face partial restrictions affecting tourist, student, and other visa categories.
The third group consists of 26 countries, including Pakistan, Turkmenistan, and Belarus. These countries will have 60 days to address U.S. security concerns. Failure to comply could result in partial entry restrictions on their citizens.
A U.S. official emphasized that the list is not final and has not yet been approved by the administration.
On January 20, President Donald Trump issued an executive order calling for stricter security vetting for foreign nationals entering the U.S. The order directed cabinet members to submit a list of countries by March 21 that should face full or partial entry bans due to inadequate screening procedures.
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