DHS cites improved conditions as a reason for ending protection.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Myanmar would end in 60 days, concluding a designation first put in place in 2021 in response to unrest following the military coup. According to Secretary Kristi Noem, current conditions, including the end of the state of emergency, announced plans for national elections, and reported improvements in local governance, no longer meet the statutory requirements for the ongoing protection. Roughly 3,670 Myanmar nationals have been living in the U.S. under this status.
“Burma has made notable progress in governance and stability, including the end of its state of emergency, plans for free and fair elections, successful cease-fire agreements, and improved local governance contributing to enhanced public service delivery and national reconciliation,” stated Secretary Noem.
The announcement comes shortly after the United States cosponsored a U.N. resolution addressing ongoing human rights concerns related to Myanmar’s conflict.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Noem and DHS officials as they make refugee status decisions based on humanitarian, legal, and regional stability.
- For U.S. diplomats as they engage at the U.N. and meet with foreign dignitaries to promote peace.
- For the president and members of his Cabinet as they assess the safety and security of international regions and make immigration decisions accordingly.
Sources: UPI News,
