The International Organization of Migration (IOM) revealed that the number of irregular migrants attempting to reach the US from Central American nations through Mexico has exceeded 2.24 million in 2023.
The IOM’s figures, covering the period from January to November 2023, indicate a significant increase from 2.3 million in 2022 and 1.8 million in 2021.
The perilous journeys irregular migrants are embarking upon are chiefly driven by a pursuit of improved living conditions; however, they find themselves waiting in cities near the Mexico-US border, facing various challenges and dangers.
Data from the National Institute of Migration (INM) in Mexico reveals that these migrants hail from diverse regions, including Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Haiti, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Pakistan, China, and various African countries.
