Argentina - November 2025

Argentina's government announced the creation of the National Migration Agency (ANM), a new body under the Ministry of Security tasked with enforcing immigration laws and coordinating federal law enforcement agencies, including the Federal Police, Airport Police, Naval Prefecture, and Gendarmerie. Inspired by the US Border Patrol, the ANM aims to strengthen border security and combat transnational crime through a unified and operationally coordinated structure. This shift represents a significant change, as immigration oversight historically fell under the Ministry of the Interior. The government emphasized that the ANM would address migration as a national security priority, reflecting a broader trend of adopting U.S.-style security models. While proponents argue this change enhances efficiency in tackling organized crime, critics have expressed concerns about the potential erosion of civil liberties and the implications for accountability in Argentina.

Sources: Ministerio de Seguridad Nacional (1), Ministerio de Seguridad Nacional (2),  El País, La Nación