US, Colombia agree to share biometric data of migrants

The United States of America and Colombia have signed a memorandum of understanding, paving the way for both nations to exchange biometric data collected from migrants.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who travelled from Washington DC to Bogotá on Thursday, described the agreement as a step towards cracking down on undocumented immigration in both countries.

Noem also highlighted its benefits for Colombia, a frequent destination for migrants and refugees fleeing…