Maldives Launches ‘Operation Kurangi’ to Tackle Issue of Undocumented Migrants
The Maldives government launched 'Operation Kurangi' to tackle undocumented migrants. Initiated on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, the operation is led by the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology, Maldives Immigration, and Maldives Police Service. Minister Ali Ihusaan announced the first phase focusing on identification and reintegration, expected to last one year, with the overall operation spanning three years. The operation uses biometric data collection. The minister also noted the demand for unskilled labor.
The Maldives government launched 'Operation Kurangi' to tackle undocumented migrants. Initiated on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, the operation is led by the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology, Maldives Immigration, and Maldives Police Service. Minister Ali Ihusaan announced the first phase focusing on identification and reintegration, expected to last one year, with the overall operation spanning three years. The operation uses biometric data collection. The minister also noted the demand for unskilled labor.
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The Maldives government launched 'Operation Kurangi' to tackle undocumented migrants. Initiated on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, the operation is led by the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology, Maldives Immigration, and Maldives Police Service. Minister Ali Ihusaan announced the first phase focusing on identification and reintegration, expected to last one year, with the overall operation spanning three years. The operation uses biometric data collection. The minister also noted the demand for unskilled labor.
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