Below are the highlights of the diverse issues concerning the Diaspora potential, that Mr. Shahinian tackles in his interview to 1intv.am (with English and Russian sub-titles).
There is a force of seven million, individuals in the Diaspora, most of whom are advanced. Many Armenians have significant positions in their countries of residence. Whether from the economic or diplomatic perspective, there is a tremendous experience and potential which has yet to be employed. Indeed, we have a Diaspora that is a formidable force. We know whatever has not been done, but we don’t even imagine what can be done.
The Armenian people living in Switzerland and beyond, in all 86 countries, have something to do rather than something to say. This is not happening so far, or whatever is taking place is little, compared to the real potential.
