Governor, United World College of Dilijan
Reader’s opinion on “At the Crossroads” discussion paper
May I identify those parts that provoked strong interest… and in some cases disagreement; also those parts that triggered questions to which I would welcome answers? Overwhelmingly I agree with the key thesis that Armenia must find the means to modernise its institutions, foster inclusivity, strengthen ties with the Diaspora, attract back the best brains and talents, and create an entrepreneurial ecosystem that can make Armenia a regional hub.
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Other authors
Hrant Bagratyan
Doctor of Economics, Head of the Research and Education Center for Global Development and Megaeconomics, Russian-Armenian University, Yerevan
Oleg Gabrielyan
Doctor of Philosophy, Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Vernadsky Crimean Federal University
Armen Mehrabyan
International expert on agricultural crises, founder of “Armeniak” company and trademark, creator of www.armeniandinner.com