Alec Ross notes that price paid to Ukraine-born Jan Koum equals Ukraine 's past due bills . He says there 's long tradition of entrepreneurial success for Ukraine emigres to U.S. New regime in Ukraine could create an environment of opportunity , he says . But whatever early promise there is in Kiev can quickly be lost if unrest in Crimea spreads . Ross : " The Ukrainian diaspora is a powerful force on the global stage and has been instrumental in bringing about change in other countries around the world.
Alec Ross notes that price paid to Ukraine-born Jan Koum equals Ukraine 's past due bills . He says there 's long tradition of entrepreneurial success for Ukraine emigres to U.S. New regime in Ukraine could create an environment of opportunity , he says . Ross : " The Ukrainian diaspora is a powerful force on the global stage and has been instrumental in bringing about change in other countries around the world.