Alec Ross notes that compensation paid to Ukrainian - born Michael Koum equals Ukraine 's past due bills . He says there 's long tradition of entrepreneurial success for Ukraine emigres to . New investment in Ukraine could create an environment of opportunity , he says . Ross : U.S. should recognize how vital immigrant entrepreneurs are to its future .
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 : U.S. should recognize how vital immigrant entrepreneurs are to its future .