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The Head of the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation with a Polish senator

The Head of the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation with a Polish senator

ArmInfo. High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs Zareh Sinanyan discussed with Senator Bogdan Borusewicz, Chairman of the Polish Senate Committee on Emigration and Relations with Poles Abroad, opportunities for developing cooperation between the Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Armenia and the relevant committee of the Polish Senate, exchanging experiences, and implementing joint initiatives.

According to the press service of the Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs, Sinanyan presented to his Polish colleagues the Office's programs and initiatives aimed at facilitating the repatriation and integration of repatriates, as well as activities to strengthen ties between Armenia and the Diaspora and expand cooperation in various fields.

The High Commissioner emphasized that since 2018, Armenia has seen an increase in repatriation, and in recent years, a positive migration balance has also been recorded, indicating the predominance of Entry into the country over exit.

Speaking about factors contributing to the growth of repatriation, Sinanyan noted the importance of the reforms implemented and ongoing in Armenia, as well as efforts to strengthen regional peace and security. He emphasized the importance of these factors for increasing the country's investment attractiveness, its economic development, and the creation of favorable conditions for permanent residence in Armenia.

Bohdan Borusewicz praised the reforms being implemented in Armenia, as well as the Armenian government's commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and establishing peace in the region. The senator presented Poland's experience in interacting with Poles living abroad, the main approaches of state policy in this area, and the programs being implemented.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue cooperation in engaging with the diaspora, exchange experiences on repatriation and integration, and implement joint initiatives.

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