Naturalization 2024: Lawyer and SPD member of parliament Hakan Demir on the new law!

In the video, a presenter and Hakan Demir, an SPD member of parliament, talk about the new Naturalization Act, which comes into force in 2024. Hakan Demir explains the key changes to the law. The residence period until Naturalization is reduced from eight to five years and the hurdles to dual citizenship are lowered. He emphasizes that this reform was necessary to bring Germany more in line with international standards and to reduce emotional and bureaucratic hurdles. Demir emphasizes that this also recognizes the attachment of people with a migration background to Germany and their countries of origin.

He criticizes that the debate is often characterized by populism and that the actual challenges for migrants are not sufficiently addressed, including identity verification and long procedures. Demir explains that the SPD was under pressure to change the law in this legislative period, which it ultimately implemented successfully. He also shows understanding for society's uncertainties and concerns regarding Naturalization.

Finally, Demir discusses the tendency of migrants to vote for the AFD and emphasizes the need to strengthen social calm and belonging in order to counteract populist tendencies.