Washington, Jan 15 (NationPress) Indian American community figure Jasdip Singh Jassee has expressed his support for President Donald Trump's recent decision to suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 nations, highlighting that the inclusion of Pakistan and Bangladesh indicates significant flaws in their vetting systems and persistent national security issues.

In response to the announcement from the U.S. government, Jassee remarked that this action aligns with President Trump's consistent stance on enhancing immigration scrutiny.

“This is an action that President Trump has always aimed to implement,” Jassee stated. “He has continuously addressed this because the nations on this list fail to adequately vet their passport systems. They do not properly screen individuals,” he conveyed to IANS during an interview.

Jassee pointed out that insufficient screening processes have permitted “numerous unvetted individuals” to enter the U.S., leading to national security risks.

“A significant number of unvetted people have been coming to America, which has created security concerns here in the U.S.,” he commented. “Thus, President Trump sought to ensure that nations lacking robust vetting processes implement stringent screening measures before their citizens can enter America.”

He emphasized that the visa suspension should be perceived as a corrective measure rather than a punitive action. “I believe this is a step in that direction,” Jassee stated.

When discussing the rationale behind including Pakistan and Bangladesh in the list, Jassee cited instability and security issues in both countries. “We all recognize that Bangladesh is currently facing turmoil,” he noted. “Similarly, Pakistan is in a comparable situation.”

Jassee referred to Pakistan's history with extremist factions, mentioning, “We are aware of Pakistan's struggles with terrorist infiltration from groups like the Taliban.”

He insisted that both countries need to enhance the scrutiny of their citizens before seeking greater access to the United States. “Both nations must bolster their vetting systems and the examination of their own citizens,” he asserted.

Additionally, he alleged corruption in the passport issuance procedures in both nations. “Both countries are notorious for corruption,” he claimed. “Obtaining passports often occurs without any proper scrutiny.”

Jassee asserted that the administration's decision could ultimately be advantageous not only for the U.S. but also for the affected nations by prompting necessary reforms.

“To address these issues, President Trump has compiled this list,” Jassee stated. “In the long run, this will be beneficial for us and for these countries as well, as they will need to enhance their passport issuance and other vetting processes.”

The Trump administration announced on Wednesday an indefinite halt on immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 nations, citing concerns that applicants could become a “public charge” and rely on U.S. welfare and public benefits, as outlined in a State Department directive and statements from senior officials.

This decision, effective January 21, instructs U.S. consular officers worldwide to cease immigrant visa processing while the department reevaluates its screening and vetting practices under current immigration laws.

“The Trump administration is putting an end to the misuse of America’s immigration system by individuals who would exploit the wealth of the American public,” stated State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott. “The State Department will utilize its long-standing authority to disqualify potential immigrants who could become a public charge in the United States and take advantage of the generosity of the American people,” he added.

Pigott mentioned that processing of immigrant visas from the 75 countries would be paused while the department reassesses procedures “to avert the entry of foreign nationals who would seek welfare and public benefits.”