This panel discussion discusses the role of diasporas for a country’s national development, taking the cases of India and Armenia. Panelists also address issues of national ideals and how they shape motherland-diaspora ties.

• Abhinav Pandya, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Usanas Foundation
• Mariam Khaloyan, Congressional Relations Director, Armenian Assembly of America
• Moderator: Nvard Chalikyan, Research Fellow, APRI Armenia