By Akiir Onak Otong
Many people from Asia live in the United States. They come for work, school, or to be with their families. Some arrive with visas, while others come without proper documentation. Most Asians live peacefully and follow the law.
But recently, something surprising happened. The U.S. government began deporting some Asians. Deportation means the government sends people back to another country. However, this time, the individuals were not sent back to their home countries. Instead, they were sent to a distant country — South Sudan.
South Sudan is a country in East-Central Africa. It is one of the newest nations in the world, having become independent in 2011. The country has a rich culture, many ethnic groups, and beautiful landscapes.
Like many young nations, it is working hard to grow and improve. It faces challenges such as building better schools, hospitals, and creating more jobs for its people.
The Asians who were deported did not understand why they were sent to South Sudan. Many had never been there before. They did not speak the local languages. They had no homes or family there. Some had lived in the U.S. for many years.
The U.S. government did not provide a clear reason. Officials only stated they were “fixing the immigration system.” Many people were confused. Human rights groups said the move was unfair and possibly illegal. They argued it is wrong to send people to a country they are not from.
In South Sudan, many local people were also surprised. They wondered why these new individuals were arriving. Some community members welcomed the newcomers and tried to help. Others had questions, as the country is still developing and has limited resources.
Now, many people are urging the U.S. government to stop the deportations. They want the Asians to return to the U.S. or be sent back to their original countries. Some lawyers are working on legal cases to assist.
The situation is still ongoing. Many families are waiting for answers and hoping for a better solution soon.
