South Sudan turns US deportations to its diplomatic advantage

South Sudan's government under President Salva Kiir has told the Trump administration it is willing to consider accepting more migrants deported from the United States. AP - Gregorio Borgia

South Sudan has reportedly signalled a willingness to accept more deportees from the United States – in a move that could serve as diplomatic leverage in its tense relationship with Washington.

Officials in Juba have opened the door to receiving more migrants who are being expelled from the US under newly expanded deportation powers, according to a report published this week by Politico.