Summary of statements by a Russian political figure on immigration policy
The head of the LDPR discussed immigration policy in a published piece in Rossiyskaya Gazeta. The article advocated introducing additional restrictions to reduce the flow of migrants from CIS countries into the Russian Federation. It was noted that Russian youth were leaving these regions, and ethnic groups from the former Soviet republics were increasingly represented in the country. The author drew attention to immigration trends observed in certain European nations and suggested limiting the ability of immigrants who have obtained work rights to bring family members to Russia.
The piece emphasized that voters favor stricter criteria for those wishing to stay in Russia, including requirements related to language, customs, and traditions. The conclusion stated that living in Russia should be a privilege that must be earned.
Earlier, a press release from the individual’s office mentioned a draft proposal to ban granting Russian citizenship to immigrants with expired criminal records. Additionally, there was a remark concerning a separate situation involving Slovakia and concerns about illegal immigration at the Hungarian border.