The influence of diasporas on international relations

Abstract

Over the past few decades Diasporas have become significant players in the international arena play-ing a significant role in domestic and international politics and have the power to influence both to national foreign decisions. Diasporas bring intellectual, political, social and cultural links between two countries influencing bilater-al relations of states.In this context, the article studies the influence of Diasporas on international relations. Diasporas are widespread and they have influenced international politics since ancient times and have moved from their home countries for cen-turies, for many reasons. There is no country in the world which doesn’t have any emigrants. Today Diaspora groups and individuals are being recognized as major actors who can play a significant role in domestic and international politics and have the power to influence both to national foreign decisions.