A high-level delegation from the United Nations’ permanent office in the Dominican Republic recently conducted an inspection of the Haina Migration Processing Center (CPM). The visit was led by UN Resident Coordinator Julia Sánchez, who was welcomed by Vice Admiral Luis Rafael Lee Ballester, Director of the General Directorate of Migration (DGM). During the tour, Lee Ballester provided a comprehensive overview of the procedures applied to undocumented foreigners at the facility, including biometric identification, legal processes, and medical care. He also addressed questions from the delegation regarding the center’s operations and ongoing infrastructure improvements. Sánchez expressed her appreciation for the detailed explanations and reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to supporting the Dominican government in managing migration challenges. She highlighted the complexities arising from the crisis and institutional weaknesses in Haiti, which significantly impact migration control efforts in the Dominican Republic. The delegation also reviewed verification procedures for detainees, such as identity checks, detection of forged documents, and monitoring of recidivism. They acknowledged the collaborative efforts between the DGM and UN agencies like UNICEF, IOM, and UNHCR, which work to protect migrants’ rights and well-being. Lee Ballester emphasized the strong coordination between the DGM and these agencies, particularly UNICEF’s permanent presence at the Haina center, especially in cases involving children. The delegation concluded their visit by touring the facilities and receiving updates on investments and upgrades aimed at enhancing the center’s operations.