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Arin Karapet (SD)
What Arin Karapet has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Asks if the Vice Prime Minister is willing to meet the Iranian Crown Prince if he visits Sweden. Read the speech
Integration, deportations and labor market debate in Riksdag
- Proposes that integration be handled in its own committee. Criticizes the current migration policy as being official-led and inefficient. Argues that integration requires clear requirements for language, self-sufficiency, and an honest life. Read the speech
- Responds to Member Haddou and argues that politicians should dare to answer uncomfortable questions. Criticizes the Left Party for having cooperated with the Social Democrats and explains that the current system leads to automatic deportation decisions at the age of 18. Read the speech
- Means that people who behave themselves should be allowed to stay. Is open to reviewing the regulatory framework to avoid these individuals falling between the cracks, but simultaneously demands immediate deportation for those who commit crimes or practice honor-based oppression. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the policy has not been consistent and argues that trust in the migration system has been destroyed. Wants those who behave themselves to be allowed to stay. Read the speech
- Argues that those who behave and follow the regulations should be allowed to stay. Emphasizes the need to solve the problems and that there must be an order in the asylum process to avoid chaos. Read the speech
Integration and equality: SD, S, M debate budget and laws
- Proposes approval of the proposal in the report. Criticizes low expectations and argues that immigrants must be faced with language requirements and self-sufficiency requirements in order to be integrated. Asks the Green Party why many seek out Sweden if the country were as racist as they claim. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is credible to ask people who have not worked or learned the language if they are happy in Sweden. Suggests that those who answer no should be given the opportunity to voluntarily return to their home countries. Read the speech
- Argues that many people seek a change of status to extend their stay after a rejection of an asylum application. Criticizes that the policy did not put a stop to it in time and wants to clarify that labor migrants must fulfill specific requirements. Read the speech
- Argues that the opposition was part of the government base and did nothing for eight years. Criticizes the previous immigration policy and argues that clearer requirements are now required to stay in Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that the previously low wage ceiling for foreign labor was an exploitation of people. Wants labor immigration to be limited to skills that cannot be found in Sweden and that jobs should primarily go to persons who already live here. Read the speech
- Argues that a line must be drawn and that individuals must make things right from the beginning. Wants those who wish to work in Sweden to fulfill certain requirements and emphasizes that those who follow the rules should be at the center. Read the speech
OSCE security and Ukraine weapons support for LGBTQ+ rights
- Emphasizes the unconditional support for Ukraine's freedom and democracy. Underlines the importance of accommodating Moldova and Georgia as well as emphasizes that cooperation and economic growth create a safer Europe. Read the speech
Labor law: statutory reduction of working hours and platform economy
- Argues that the Swedish model is based on the parties' negotiations and predictability for both employees and employers. Criticizes that Brussels is trying to regulate the Swedish model and wants the policy to maintain an arm's length distance. Argues that reduction of working hours should occur through negotiations and opposes statutory reduction of working hours. Wants to move for the rejection of all motions. Read the speech
Foreign policy, education, healthcare and UNRWA funding
- Asks what measures the government is taking so that more children with a foreign background will learn Swedish as well as read, write and calculate in order to become a part of the majority society. Read the speech
Integration: SD wants return migration, M wants language rules
- Argues that the previous immigration policy has damaged the welfare state and created segregation. Proposes that the government should introduce language requirements, self-sufficiency requirements, and temporary residence permits to reward those who behave correctly. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden lacks the capacity to receive more people as housing and premises cannot be conjured into existence. Criticizes the failed integration policy which affects both immigrants and Swedes. Read the speech
- Argues that quickly constructed housing without social control creates exclusion and social problems. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for not wanting to change the rent regulation and argues that their policy affects the working class through high taxes. Read the speech
- Argues that a reporting obligation is needed to protect the right to asylum. Proposes a return grant as start capital for persons who realize that Sweden is not the right country for them. Read the speech
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Sweden's foreign policy: Ukraine aid, feminist policy and DCA
- Argues that Sweden should give Armenia full support to strengthen their democracy against Russia. Also wants to strengthen relations with Moldova and the Gulf countries to promote human rights reforms and economic growth. Read the speech
Integration and equality: SD return migration, SK tax cuts
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that stricter requirements on language skills, self-sufficiency, and benefit ceilings are needed to create incentives for work and integration. Strongly advocates for reduced immigration, repatriation, and that Sweden should be put first. Read the speech
- Argues that economic growth and higher wages for workers create jobs. Criticizes previous governments for having caused high inflation through electricity policy and increased fuel prices. Argues that unemployment is solved through a turnaround in the economy, not through more money for Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
- Argues that the tax cuts are broad and benefit those who work. Claims that it must pay to work in order to get people into employment and finance the welfare. Asks why the Left's policy increases segregation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Center Party stands alone and will be forced into an alliance with the Left Party. Supports the return grant and argues that it is important that people who do not adapt are given the opportunity to return. Read the speech
- Asks what the cost per month is for people who do not integrate. Argues that the return migration grant is a small cost compared to the monthly expenses for these individuals and advocates for it as a voluntary one-time amount. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden needs to identify which values and opinions are coming to the country. Wants to know what cultural baggage is accompanying them in order to be able to act when values clash with Swedish rules of the game. Read the speech
- Asks why Miljöpartiet cooperates with a party whose regional council member has committed gross abuses. Argues that foreigners living in Sweden must adapt to Swedish rules and values to gain access to welfare benefits. Read the speech
OSCE role in conflicts: Moscow Mechanism, Ukraine, and Belarus
- Argues that political discussions about people's suitability do not belong in the chamber. Emphasizes the importance of protecting the historical heritage in the Caucasus, supporting democratic movements in the east and acting faster to promote peace and freedom in Europe. Read the speech
IPU role in peace and democracy for human rights and safety
- Argues that the IPU delegation is united by principles of equality, democracy and respect for differences of opinion. Emphasizes that personal meetings with foreign representatives are crucial for building respect, countering disinformation and resolving conflicts. Read the speech
Integration policy: SD, S, and V debate requirements and cuts
- Argues that integration is about the feeling of being inside or outside. Proposes language requirements for parents, approved results for residence permits as well as mandatory language preschool. Also wants consequences for crimes against Swedish values. Read the speech
- Argues that civil society should receive support from the public sector. Emphasizes that newcomers must adapt to how we live in Sweden. Answers that the question of more money must be answered by the Minister for Finance. Read the speech
- Answers the question about civil society by pointing out problems with cheating and the need for streamlining. Argues that more money does not always yield better outcomes and advocates for mandatory language preschool, language requirements for parents, as well as setting requirements in the classroom. Read the speech
- Argues that the generous immigration has not led to better welfare or schools. Criticizes the left's focus on more money and argues that the solution requires correctly educated teachers, legal support, and order in the classrooms. Read the speech
- Responds to emotional arguments by describing how honor violence and oppression have forced the closure of elderly care homes. Argues that immigration has affected elderly people who have been forced to move and that those who built Sweden should not pay the price. Read the speech
- Argues that the large-scale immigration cannot be solved in a heartbeat but will take 20–30 years. Emphasizes the importance of language skills, order in the classrooms, and that parents should feel safe from crime and radicalization. Read the speech
- Argues that discrimination and racism occur in both directions. Wants to combat all forms of discrimination and racism, regardless of which side it comes from. Read the speech
- Answers the question by arguing that the rhetoric is the problem rather than a lack of authorities. Criticizes that language requirements have previously been dismissed as racism and argues that the children of immigrants fall behind in school and the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that those living in suburbs are more in favor of visitation zones than ethnic Swedes. Wants to introduce visitation zones to combat gang shootings and crime. Argues that undocumented people should not receive benefits since they lack the right to be in Sweden. Read the speech
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- Argues that the welfare state is a promise to those who pay taxes. Criticizes permanent residence permits as they have failed historically. Argues that generous immigration has burdened the welfare state and that resources are limited. Advocates for temporary residence permits with requirements for language, equality, and self-sufficiency. Read the speech
Equality and discrimination: penalties, child allowance, veils
- Argues that equality is a matter of freedom and emphasizes the need for zero tolerance towards men who commit violence against women. Wants to move from words to action through stricter penalties, detentions, and faster housing allocation to protect the victims. Read the speech
- Argues that households' purchasing power has decreased due to high inflation. Claims that the government's tax cuts help low- and middle-income earners and criticizes the previous government for having caused the inflation through the decommissioning of nuclear power plants. Read the speech
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- Argues that the economic problems highlighted are not new. Asks what the actual measures would have been if the Social Democrats were in power today to help single mothers. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats' immigration policy has not improved the conditions for foreign-born women in the labor market. Argues that the bank tax will burden households rather than the banks and argues that the proposed child allowance is too low. Read the speech
Integration: SD wants stricter policy, M seeks language rules
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats have done nothing against gang crime and segregation during eight years. Argues that segregation must be broken at a structural level by mixing the population. Asks for concrete measures to rectify the integration. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats changed their migration policy due to societal pressure and criticizes them for having delayed important reforms for eight years. Asks what distinguishes today's Social Democrats from those who sat in Rosenbad a year ago. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Sweden has had a high level of immigration without a plan for integration and therefore advocates for language requirements as well as self-sufficiency requirements. Criticizes previous naivety and wants to introduce benefit ceilings, Sweden courses on values as well as ban certificates of good conduct. Read the speech
- Argues that criminals should be imprisoned and that the problem is a lack of follow-up and control. Asks how Vänsterpartiet will solve the healthcare shortage and argues that citizens want freedom of choice and that public management increases bureaucracy. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has allocated 16 billion to municipalities and regions. Emphasizes that it is not just about more money but about prioritizing the core mission and reducing administration. Read the speech
- Proposes language requirements from day one and requirements for self-sufficiency to obtain temporary or permanent residence permits. Argues that those who come to Sweden must adapt in order to become part of society. Read the speech
- Argues that language skills are crucial for newcomers to be able to participate in democracy and the education system. Criticizes the Green Party's policy for having created segregation and advocates for a gradual qualification to welfare. Read the speech
- Confirms that women with a foreign background are furthest away from the labor market and are most vulnerable to honor-related violence. Argues that one must combat unhealthy values and be clear about Swedish rights and obligations from day one. Read the speech
- Agrees that the parental leave should be adjusted to avoid a "woman trap" and proposes removing the multi-child supplement. Argues that women with a foreign background have been left in the shadows and wants children with a different background to be given the same opportunities. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities and regions must prioritize their core missions based on their tax base. Asks why the Social Democrats did not implement the right to full-time work when they were in power with the support of other parties. Read the speech
- Points out that the Social Democrat himself was involved in lowering the tax for the wealthiest. Argues that the Social Democrats are arguing against themselves when they criticize the government's tax cuts. Read the speech
PM Question Time: bank tax, nuclear power, and defense
- Asks the Prime Minister what measures the government will take so that children with an immigrant background will speak fluent and correct Swedish. Argues that a lack of prioritization of the Swedish language contributes to poorer results in school. Read the speech
Prison and Probation Service funding and Ukrainian refugees
- Asks the government what measures are planned to reduce exclusion. Argues that language gaps and high unemployment in excluded areas are due to an integration crisis and emphasizes that the Swedish language is crucial for cohesion and citizenship. Read the speech
IPU activities and Swedish delegation work on Russia resolution
- Argues that the Swedish IPU delegation has achieved success by getting a resolution passed against Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. Emphasizes that the IPU is an important forum for confronting non-democratic countries and advocating for human rights. Read the speech
Integration policy: SD, S, and M debate newcomer requirements
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Sweden needs a requirement-based integration policy where newcomers receive language requirements and livelihood requirements from day one. Criticizes previous policy which has been irresponsible and lacked clear expectations. Read the speech
- Argues that it is obvious that the government should review the wage setting and inflation. Points out that children who have lost their parents or been exploited need to be handled at a European level. Read the speech
- Argues that the integration policy must be restrictive and include requirements beyond SFI. Emphasizes the importance of Ukrainians retaining their identity and returning to rebuild their country. Wants to create opportunities for Ukrainians to return to a free Ukraine. Read the speech
- Criticizes the current requirement-free integration policy and argues that sufficient requirements are not set or information provided from day one. Asks why so many with a foreign background seek out Sweden if the country were racist. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is a generous country that has provided opportunities for people with a foreign background. Criticizes the previous integration policy without requirements and emphasizes that setting requirements is a way of caring about people. Read the speech
Immigrant integration, gender quotas and abortion rights debate
- Argues that honor-related violence and oppression are our time's greatest equality issues and criticizes that these problems have previously been neglected. Wants to strengthen women's labor market participation and set language requirements for permanent residence permits. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' foreign policy and their lack of decisiveness regarding women's struggle in Iran. Argues that their budget lacks concrete investments in working women and instead focuses on increased refugee reception for women. Read the speech
- Criticizes that taxes are being raised despite high inflation and argues that general state subsidies are not the solution. Suggests instead early interventions and preventive measures in the workplace to improve welfare. Read the speech
Measures against Iran: sanctions, terror labeling and ambassador
- Asks the Foreign Minister what additional measures the government can initiate beyond those in Brussels and the UN. Argues that a united EU is necessary to counter the Iranian dictatorship which has bypassed sanctions for decades. Read the speech
- Argues that the Iran issue is a matter of freedom for everyone. Asks the Minister for Foreign Affairs what concrete measures are planned at the EU level in the near future to create real pressure. Read the speech
Sweden's response to Iran situation and sanctions debate
- Asks if the government has plans to prevent Imam Ali culture center from receiving grants from the Islamic Republic. Argues that the culture center is used for espionage, persecution, and to bypass sanctions. Read the speech
- Argues that the Foreign Minister has experience and will do an outstanding job. Emphasizes the importance of finding a common line within the EU to pressure the regime and demands cooperation between the departments to prevent Iran from bypassing sanctions. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.