Armenian Officials Propose Immigration Policy Amid Political Debate
Pashinyan wants to turn Armenia into a country without Armenians
A debate has erupted in Armenia over immigration policy after Labor Minister Arsen Torosyan stated in parliament that Armenia needs to attract tens of thousands of immigrants and shift away from ethnic homogeneity to ensure regional survival.
The Armenian Weekly's analysis ties the proposal to broader government policies, including territorial disputes with Azerbaijan and restrictions on diaspora voting rights. The article argues that Armenia should instead prioritize attracting diaspora Armenians rather than pursuing general immigration.
Torosyan's remarks have sparked discussion about Armenia's national identity and demographic strategy. Azerbaijan's President Aliyev has separately demanded Armenia accept 300,000 Azerbaijani emigrants, adding complexity to the immigration debate.
The article reflects ongoing political tensions within Armenia regarding territorial losses, governance, and population policy under Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's administration.
