Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting of the Security Council on improving Russia’s migration policy in the interests of protecting national security on March 31.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting of the Security Council on improving Russia’s migration policy in the interests of protecting national security on March 31.
«We can see the serious consequences of the practically uncontrolled flow of refugees to Europe from countries in the Middle East, North Africa, from Afghanistan and other regions. It has caused an outburst of crime, ethnic and religious conflicts and social tension. Migrants, who have practically no opportunity to integrate into society, become the object of propaganda and are recruited by extremist and terrorist organisations. Radicalism among them is growing. However, there is growing radicalism among the local population as well. We need a proper analysis of this situation to draw our own conclusions from the migration crisis in Europe, to adjust our actions where necessary with due account of existing and potential threats», Putin said.
He offered to monitor the situation in the Middle East and other regions of the world that could spark new waves of migration. Primarily this applies to regions close to Russia’s borders and the borders of our partners in the Eurasian Economic Union, CSTO and the CIS.
«Russia has traditionally been attractive for immigrants. We are open for those who are willing to respect our laws, culture, traditions and language and to work honestly. Over the past year, we have simplified many procedures that allow foreigners to stay and work in Russia. Thus, for instance, migrants from the CIS states coming to stay for up to 3 months may submit their registration notifications at local post offices. We have simplified the procedures for obtaining work patents. At the same time, we have introduced requirements regarding the knowledge of the Russian language, legislation and history. We have simplified the procedures for obtaining medical insurance by migrants. All this is designed to help decent migrants to adapt in Russia», president added.
