US Immigration Changes Not Targeted at India, Says Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio says new US immigration rules not aimed at India, despite green card fears
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified that recent immigration rule changes affecting green card applications are not aimed specifically at India. He emphasized that the system applies globally and is part of a broader effort to modernize the US immigration process amid a migratory crisis. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar raised concerns about visa challenges for legitimate travelers.
- 01Rubio stated that the new immigration rules require individuals seeking green cards to apply from their home countries, impacting many Indians.
- 02He noted that the US has faced a migratory crisis, with over 20 million illegal entries in recent years.
- 03Rubio expressed optimism that the modernized immigration system would ultimately benefit Indian applicants.
- 04Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the need for legal mobility in business and technology cooperation.
- 05Rubio addressed concerns about racist comments against Indian Americans, asserting that the US remains a welcoming country.
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During a news conference in New Delhi, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed concerns regarding new US immigration rules that could complicate green card applications for many Indians. He clarified that these changes are not specifically targeting India but are part of a global transition in the immigration system. Rubio explained that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) now requires individuals seeking to adjust their immigration status to apply from their home countries, a move that he described as necessary due to a migratory crisis that has seen over 20 million illegal entries into the US in recent years. He expressed hope that the modernization of the immigration system would eventually benefit Indian applicants. Additionally, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar raised concerns about the challenges faced by legitimate travelers in obtaining US visas, emphasizing the importance of legal mobility for business and technology collaboration. Rubio also addressed the issue of online racism against Indian Americans, reaffirming that the US is a welcoming nation enriched by diverse cultures.
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The new immigration rules may complicate the process for many Indians seeking to live and work in the US, potentially affecting their ability to travel and work legally.
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