Former President Donald Trump is calling for an international summit aimed at combating illegal immigration, leveraging his administration’s efforts to secure the U.S. border as a foundation for a broader global initiative. The proposed gathering would bring together national leaders, officials, and organizations that share Trump’s stance on immigration, with the goal of coordinating strategies to address the ongoing challenges posed by unauthorized migration.
Trump’s vision for the summit includes shining a spotlight on the financial backing and strategies employed by various global non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and left-leaning political figures who advocate for open borders. He argues that these groups have established networks that assist millions fleeing economic hardship and corruption in their home countries, often leading to perilous journeys to developed nations.
The former president’s proposal comes at a time when illegal migration has become a contentious issue worldwide. He envisions a summit that would not only unify like-minded leaders but also send a strong message about the importance of maintaining secure borders and enforcing national security measures against dubious claims of refugee status.
Trump’s initiative seeks to challenge the prevailing narratives promoted by what he describes as far-left globalists, who have historically pushed for more lenient immigration policies. He believes that a summit could mark a significant shift in the approach to migration, advocating for new international norms that prioritize the integrity of national borders over open-border ideologies.
One of the key actions Trump proposes is the renunciation of the "Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration" established in 2018, as well as the United Nations’ "New York Declaration for Refugees and Migrants." He argues these agreements pressure nations to accept unauthorized migrants under the guise of humanitarian obligations. Additionally, he plans to criticize the "Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection" introduced by the Biden administration, which he claims has exacerbated migration issues across the Americas.
The summit would also focus on legal reforms to address outdated frameworks, such as the 1951 UN Refugee Convention, which Trump argues no longer reflect the realities of today’s migration landscape. He proposes that experts in migration law be convened to redesign the legal obligations of nations regarding asylum seekers and unauthorized migrants.
To support these efforts, Trump emphasizes the need for donor countries to reassess their financial contributions to organizations like the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). He highlights that significant funding from these governments often supports the migration industry, which he believes perpetuates illegal migration.
In addition to European leaders who share his views, Trump anticipates participation from a diverse range of countries, including Israel, Turkey, and Australia, all of which have faced their own challenges related to migration. He argues that the summit represents a historic opportunity to reshape global immigration policies and rally support for stronger border enforcement.
As Trump prepares to push this initiative, he is urging the current administration to mobilize the State Department to organize the summit, emphasizing the need for collective action against the illegal migration industry. The outcome of such a gathering could potentially redefine international approaches to migration and set a new precedent for future policies.