The year 2024 marked a turning point in Russia’s migration policy. The wave of deportations following the ISKP-orchestrated terrorist attack in Krasnogorsk in March signalled that the country, previously known for its liberal immigration policy, introduced drastic restrictions. Meanwhile, Russia is facing severe demographic and labour shortages that also affect the war in Ukraine. The changes to migration rules have deepened ethnic tensions and increased xenophobia in Russian society, while the thinning stream of migration from Central Asia threatens economic stability. The paper explores the background and context of these changes, their consequences, and possible future directions for Russian immigration policy.
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