The Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Mikhail Mishustin, indicated that the government will review a proposal to streamline the rules governing the acquisition of Russian citizenship. In a formal meeting with members of the State Duma on Thursday, he signaled openness to exploring ways to balance the rights of ethnic Russians and Ukrainian citizens in the path to citizenship, should such an approach be pursued by lawmakers and relevant authorities. The statement underscored the administration’s readiness to evaluate the idea within the framework of current legal and administrative possibilities, while ensuring adherence to national policy and security considerations.
During the discussion, deputies also examined a draft bill aimed at simplifying the citizenship process for scientists, businesspeople, and investors. While the government has not yet delivered a formal response to this initiative, the dialogue highlighted a broader effort to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and accelerate eligibility pathways for highly skilled professionals and economic contributors who may strengthen national development projects.
According to Mishustin, the government will definitely consider the proposal and he pledged to issue the necessary instructions that would guide any future administrative actions related to the matter. These remarks were reported by official government channels, reflecting the ongoing engagement between the executive branch and the legislative body on matters of citizenship policy and administrative reform.
Earlier, at the end of March, the presidential administration announced amendments to the program governing the resettlement of citizens, signaling evolving policy directions in how the state manages population movements and eligibility criteria for residency and citizenship. The changes are part of a broader recalibration of migration and naturalization rules that have implications for skilled workers, international migrants, and long-term residents.