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The diaspora in the United States: a survey shows their feelings and conditions to return to Puerto Rico

The Chamber of Commerce commissioned the study, which includes the experience of those who have returned to the island in the last five years

May 5, 2024 - 1:55 PM

Crime, health services and education are some of the factors highlighted by the Puerto Rican diaspora as elements that prompted their departure from Puerto Rico. (Ramon "Tonito" Zayas)

By David Cordero Mercado

Periodista investigativodavid.cordero@gfrmedia.com

A new study commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce shows that 32 % of the Puerto Rican diaspora in the United States is willing to return to Puerto Rico if certain conditions are met, the two leading ones are: quality of life will improve and job opportunities, which translates into data what experience already taught Puerto Ricans here and there.