Extending the period to become an Australian citizen could have a deteriorating effects on migrants

Pauline Hanson new proposal

Source: SBS

One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson wants migrants to prove they are "not criminals" and loyal to Australia.


In order to discuss the new proposal by One Nation party leader Pauline Hanson to extend the waiting period for migrants to become citizens to 8 years, Mr. Hikmat Odesh spoke to SBS Arabic 24 and "Australia Alyaom" drive program about his opinion and said that such a proposal can delay the integration process of migrants in the Australian society and can affect their mental health and ability to contribute to the society in general.


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