Kazakhstani React To Russian Invasion Of Ukraine | Street Interview

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Kazakhstan shares a long border with Russia and is considered to be one of Russia’s closest allies. So, what do Kazakhstani think of Russia's invasion of Ukraine? And since Kazakhstan is a post-Soviet nation, just like Ukraine, are they afraid that the same thing that’s happening to Ukraine might also happen to them? Our Asian Boss reporter hit the streets of Almaty to find out.
The opinions expressed in this video are those of individual interviewees alone and do not reflect the views of ASIAN BOSS or the general Kazakhstani population.
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0:00 - Intro
1:57 - Kazakhstan government's response
3:28 - Relationship between Russia and Kazakhstan
5:15 - What do you think of Putin?
6:57 - How likely do you think it is for this to turn into WW3?
9:52 - Do you think the Soviet Union could ever be re-established?
11:18 - What are the odds the same thing happening to Ukraine will also happen to Kazakhstan?
13:23 - Message to Ukrainians
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[@user-wj2gk6rs3e]

Western and pro-Western people, including the channel's authors, are very ignorant. Each event has its own story, they see the consequences, but they do not know the reasons that led to this. For example, you are walking down the street and you see a man approach a woman and start hitting her. The woman screams, asks for help, then the police arrive. You, as a witness, say that the man is to blame, because the woman was walking down the street, did nothing wrong, and the man just came and began to beat her. During the investigation, it turns out that the woman is a fraud, she met a man in a bar, went to his house, drugged him and robbed him. Many months passed, the man met her on the street and recognized her, but she said she did not know him, he got angry and began to beat her. Is the man right? Perhaps not, because he raised his hands to the woman. But, is it possible to understand a man? Of course, yes, because she robbed him. Will your attitude towards a man change? Will you definitely be on the woman's side? I think not! There are often situations in life when there is no definite answer. To understand it correctly, you should listen to different sides, identify the reasons and only then express your attitude. Russia had very good reasons to launch this military operation. It is being conducted only against the Ukrainian army, but not the civilian population. As Putin said, Russians and Ukrainians are essentially a single nation. Many residents of the center, south and east of Ukraine are waiting for the arrival of Russians. This is not an invasion, this is the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi rule! Russia is on the side of truth and justice! Greetings from Uzbekistan!

[@user-wj2gk6rs3e]

Western and pro-Western people, including the channel's authors, are very ignorant. Each event has its own story, they see the consequences, but they do not know the reasons that led to this. For example, you are walking down the street and you see a man approach a woman and start hitting her. The woman screams, asks for help, then the police arrive. You, as a witness, say that the man is to blame, because the woman was walking down the street, did nothing wrong, and the man just came and began to beat her. During the investigation, it turns out that the woman is a fraud, she met a man in a bar, went to his house, drugged him and robbed him. Many months passed, the man met her on the street and recognized her, but she said she did not know him, he got angry and began to beat her. Is the man right? Perhaps not, because he raised his hands to the woman. But, is it possible to understand a man? Of course, yes, because she robbed him. Will your attitude towards a man change? Will you definitely be on the woman's side? I think not! There are often situations in life when there is no definite answer. To understand it correctly, you should listen to different sides, identify the reasons and only then express your attitude. Russia had very good reasons to launch this military operation. It is being conducted only against the Ukrainian army, but not the civilian population. As Putin said, Russians and Ukrainians are essentially a single nation. Many residents of the center, south and east of Ukraine are waiting for the arrival of Russians. This is not an invasion, this is the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi rule! Russia is on the side of truth and justice! Greetings from Uzbekistan!

[@user-wj2gk6rs3e]

Western and pro-Western people, including the channel's authors, are very ignorant. Each event has its own story, they see the consequences, but they do not know the reasons that led to this. For example, you are walking down the street and you see a man approach a woman and start hitting her. The woman screams, asks for help, then the police arrive. You, as a witness, say that the man is to blame, because the woman was walking down the street, did nothing wrong, and the man just came and began to beat her. During the investigation, it turns out that the woman is a fraud, she met a man in a bar, went to his house, drugged him and robbed him. Many months passed, the man met her on the street and recognized her, but she said she did not know him, he got angry and began to beat her. Is the man right? Perhaps not, because he raised his hands to the woman. But, is it possible to understand a man? Of course, yes, because she robbed him. Will your attitude towards a man change? Will you definitely be on the woman's side? I think not! There are often situations in life when there is no definite answer. To understand it correctly, you should listen to different sides, identify the reasons and only then express your attitude. Russia had very good reasons to launch this military operation. It is being conducted only against the Ukrainian army, but not the civilian population. As Putin said, Russians and Ukrainians are essentially a single nation. Many residents of the center, south and east of Ukraine are waiting for the arrival of Russians. This is not an invasion, this is the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi rule! Russia is on the side of truth and justice! Greetings from Uzbekistan!

[@user-wj2gk6rs3e]

Western and pro-Western people, including the channel's authors, are very ignorant. Each event has its own story, they see the consequences, but they do not know the reasons that led to this. For example, you are walking down the street and you see a man approach a woman and start hitting her. The woman screams, asks for help, then the police arrive. You, as a witness, say that the man is to blame, because the woman was walking down the street, did nothing wrong, and the man just came and began to beat her. During the investigation, it turns out that the woman is a fraud, she met a man in a bar, went to his house, drugged him and robbed him. Many months passed, the man met her on the street and recognized her, but she said she did not know him, he got angry and began to beat her. Is the man right? Perhaps not, because he raised his hands to the woman. But, is it possible to understand a man? Of course, yes, because she robbed him. Will your attitude towards a man change? Will you definitely be on the woman's side? I think not! There are often situations in life when there is no definite answer. To understand it correctly, you should listen to different sides, identify the reasons and only then express your attitude. Russia had very good reasons to launch this military operation. It is being conducted only against the Ukrainian army, but not the civilian population. As Putin said, Russians and Ukrainians are essentially a single nation. Many residents of the center, south and east of Ukraine are waiting for the arrival of Russians. This is not an invasion, this is the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi rule! Russia is on the side of truth and justice! Greetings from Uzbekistan!

[@user-wj2gk6rs3e]

Western and pro-Western people, including the channel's authors, are very ignorant. Each event has its own story, they see the consequences, but they do not know the reasons that led to this. For example, you are walking down the street and you see a man approach a woman and start hitting her. The woman screams, asks for help, then the police arrive. You, as a witness, say that the man is to blame, because the woman was walking down the street, did nothing wrong, and the man just came and began to beat her. During the investigation, it turns out that the woman is a fraud, she met a man in a bar, went to his house, drugged him and robbed him. Many months passed, the man met her on the street and recognized her, but she said she did not know him, he got angry and began to beat her. Is the man right? Perhaps not, because he raised his hands to the woman. But, is it possible to understand a man? Of course, yes, because she robbed him. Will your attitude towards a man change? Will you definitely be on the woman's side? I think not! There are often situations in life when there is no definite answer. To understand it correctly, you should listen to different sides, identify the reasons and only then express your attitude. Russia had very good reasons to launch this military operation. It is being conducted only against the Ukrainian army, but not the civilian population. As Putin said, Russians and Ukrainians are essentially a single nation. Many residents of the center, south and east of Ukraine are waiting for the arrival of Russians. This is not an invasion, this is the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi rule! Russia is on the side of truth and justice! Greetings from Uzbekistan!

[@josochi9410]

Is anyone else impressed with how well informed and articulate everyone being interviewed is? Makes me want to learn more about Kazakhstan, it’s people and culture. Thank you for these wonderful interviews.

[@Jopa955]

Guess what, Kazahstan has an better live standard than Russia, but they have 40% of they population Russian, they speak Russian language, in Putins eyes they can all do that as long as they listen to Moscow.

[@nononnomonohjghdgdshrsrhsjgd]

I was thinking exactly the same.

[@duncan4735]

That's a great point

[@spiritualnexus2449]

Exactly, I thought so

[@md-dp5bo]

@@Jopa955 40 percent of the population is not russian but around 20. and not everyone in kazakhstan who speaks russian are ethnic russians. almost all people in central asia can speak russian because they were colonized by russians in 19th century. kazakhs have their own native language which is a turkic language. but they tend to speak russian more i think.

[@CinCina]

More content about central Asia please! I'd love to know also about Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, etc. These central Asian countries definitely need more attention. Thank you all Bosses, you are doing a great job ❤️

[@DB-stuff]

It's an area we don't hear about much ( in the west) if the people are as articulate and educated as the ones in this video then I'd love to hear more of their opinions

[@everythingnothing2978]

I'm curious about them too

[@MsDropofrain]

@Zenith true about geography, but I think we all know what OP meant

[@zepter00]

Most of these contries have dictators like small Putler who is rulling them.

[@samuraiboi2735]

@Tinker Belle its a mix to say the least.

[@aphenier]

As a fella kazakh person Im glad that AsianBoss is expanding their shores and touching such an unknown country like Kazakhstan

[@user-lx5iv8vj7z]

I find it offensive that you call our country unknown! Have you forgotten that we STILL have Borat?!

[@sandwitch3371]

@@user-lx5iv8vj7z it is offensive only for nationally complexed people, because every adequate and invulnerable to propaganda people understand that kazakhstan IS really unknown among masses worldwide. Және бораттың танымалдығы тек уақытты және оның елімізге еш қатысы жоқ екенін ұмытпағаның жөн

[@user-lx5iv8vj7z]

@@sandwitch3371 азиль го. Неге сондай серьезный болып турсын)

[@Shiroi-Kuro]

Eh, for me i always remember it when i heard word "russia" since kazakhstan is former of uni soviet and near russia.

[@tasbykekerey1203]

One of the Top 10 big countries on the earth. You can easily find it on the world map. I don’t consider it as a unknown. For American maybe..

[@TheKle1987]

Just came back from KZ after a week vacation, and omg the country is so beautiful and the people are kind. I love every minute of my vacation there. ❤

[@luenaautumn1013]

Thank you!

[@gauravdutta1333]

Impressive. They all seem very articulate and well informed on political issues. Big thumbs up to Asian Boss for bringing forth the perspective from a Central Asian nation. Looking forward to more such interesting contents covering different parts of Asia.

[@Winter420]

@@erwinsmith3198 incel alert

[@lonelypotatojinneverfound378]

@@erwinsmith3198 we had a protest for women's rights just two days ago, and that's cuz of people like you

[@JohnSmith-pf1vg]

LOL why do i feel like people from other countries are better informed and educated on political issues than Americans....

[@jakecob864]

@@JohnSmith-pf1vg it's cause they obviously are, I mean where do you think Qanon, flat earthers etc originated from XD

[@vege4920]

@@erwinsmith3198 The dentist woman seemed to be the most clued in.

[@deleted72636]

Politics aside. Kazakhstan has some of the best food ever, truly a blend of cultures and flavors, just like it's people.

[@rodrozil6544]

I think Spanish food is best in Europe, but I like spicy foods

[@wearewatchingyouhumans6956]

@@rodrozil6544 so basic

[@exnihilo415]

@@wearewatchingyouhumans6956 Basically awesome.

[@bagaleace8952]

Best vocalist in the world is also from Kazakhstan. Its Dimash Kudaibergen.

[@Insert-Retarded-Reply-Here]

@@rodrozil6544 wtf you saying Spanish food is garbage, russian food is much better lmao

[@juniopavesi4141]

I am Italian and after watching this video I really hope to be able to visit Kazakhstan. The people interviewed, even with different ideas, convey a truly admirable culture and sense of respect. I wish you the best!

[@evelinaellend7750]

I’m Kazakh and my best friends during Erasmus were only Italians . We really do have so much in common

[@animeop5029]

Bella 👍

[@user-cy7td7wl3q]

They interviewed in the central part of the most prosperous city Almaty, they do not represent an kazakh, just like NYC won't represent the US.

[@tasbykekerey1203]

Welcome to Kazakhstan 🇰🇿, benvenuto!

[@rikvanbrugge]

I was there a couple of times for work in Almaty and Astana (Nur Sultan). It’s better, as usual, in the summer. And yes, it’s worth the visit.

[@davidr6801]

What an articulate and intelligent group of people, enjoyed this set of interviews throughout! Respect to Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 from 🇬🇧

[@jrhartley4819]

Totally agree

[@idberkrolrtofmeh5444]

White racism

[@goognamgoognw6637]

Moreover not just intelligent, they're decent, humble and considerate, the same qualities found in the general Russian population. And it is not the case in anglo countries like the UK , US if you did a street interview you'd get the exact opposite : dumb, arrogant and selfish.

[@freakguyy_]

Oh, UK, UK imperia he is wow😅

[@nobody7232]

@@freakguyy_ are you from the 19th century.??....... You know Russia is not even a country, right?... It's a Moskow State Empire., made up of stolen lands and crushed cultures....Tatarstan, Bashkiria, Buryatia ,Dagestan, Tuva, Karelia, Chuvashia, Sakha, to name some of them.. As well as many indigenous peoples , slaughtered in Russia's north.. An area of the World, that should be rich in diverse cultures, languages and traditions, is a bland, anemic, soulless, State controlled prison, for 240 million captives. Who are forced to call themselves Russian.. I hope one day, these captured territories, will rise up and claim their true , individual independence's... When these Nations first existed... Moskow was still a forest...

[@nurithegolden5755]

Keep making more videos about Kazakhstan. Underrated country

[@tyunpeters3170]

@@AUMINER1 What treaty?

[@AUMINER1]

@@tyunpeters3170 for one, zelensky refused to sign the minsk agreement, ukraine also agreed not to join NATO, but begged and applied anyways breaking his word, there is also the Budapest Memorandum, the 1994 NPT agreement to denuclearize. Are you aware that when the USSR broke apart, the treaty with the current Legacy government of Russia clearly stated that NATO would not move one inch towards their border. Ukraine was the last country that had not joined NATO and was looking to do so. Putin is merely bringing freedom and peace to Ukraine citizens who were being abused by the zelensky traitor. Russia is not at war with Ukraine or innocent people who live in Ukraine, it is a peacekeeping military operation to remove the radical NAZI's that have taken over the Ukranian gov, through a coup. zelensky is a corrupt oligarch imposter and traitor to the Ukranian people.

[@kevinmichalak476]

@@AUMINER1 God do you realize how brainwashed you are and how what you're saying is completely illogic? You invade an entire country to make a coup? Do you know what a coup is?

[@MrScandinavio]

@@kevinmichalak476 AU miner is trolling. Don't buy into it.

[@LalaLa-ze7kv]

At least it is known, not like it's neighbors :D

[@1Bob4All]

I am impressed with the people interviewed. Their responses reflected a higher level of education than one would expect from the streets of other countries. In other countries, in random sample interviews, one almost always comes across people who are not informed and act less mature. None of the Kazakhstanis seemed lacking in education or rational reasoning. I appreciated their practicality on the matter, their frankness and compassion for those in Ukraine.

[@Leopold_van_Aubel]

That selected the people who gave the best responses.

[@zhenyalandyak8258]

what the hell is other countries? if you are from the US you should know that US people are largely perceived as highly uneducated in most parts of the world.

[@josephbegniol2051]

@@zhenyalandyak8258 That’s right. Most of the US people knows nothing about what their government has been doing in the geopolitics world. I think their media is responsible

[@franziv4593]

I'm not impressed at all about your aussumption that they are randomly selected. I'm annoyedand pissed at the selection, whch obviousy only took the smartet 0,5% by asking in front of some government/bank building, far far away of any average citizen.

[@Kr4zYm0f0]

@@josephbegniol2051 its not just that but also general knowledge about the world

[@wilf9857]

I once met someone from Kazakhstan and i asked her where she was from. "I from Kazakhstan, its a SMALL country in the middle of asia, u probably never heard of it", "course i have" i answered, "every time i eat an apple i think of your country because thats where apples originated"

[@leonalynazucena3311]

Alma ata, the former capital, iw named after apples

[@Sriwijaya888]

Kazakhstan small country?

[@riza2638]

🥺

[@wilf9857]

@@aisuluye i know, why did she say small? She was very nice, plus, she knows alot of english are a bit thick n probably cant picture the place on a map.

[@Jamirio]

🇰🇿 Kazakhstan has a lot of potential Greetings

[@tamasujvari1073]

I really like the interview. The people who make the statement; are very well informed, sensible and think logically. I am from Hungary, my country has a very good relationship with Kazakhstan.

[@catspaw72]

I would like to hear a similar street interview made in Hungary about how it's ppl think of the situation in Ukraine and situation with Orbanian Hungary too. I lived in Pecs for a year in early 2000 and I can't believe what has happened to Hungary and why...

[@tasbykekerey1203]

Yes my Kipchak brother!

[@Tranceenegry]

Because we are both BROTHERS ;)

[@gmvkz]

Hello my Hun brother🤝🏻

[@tamasujvari1073]

Hello! :)

[@artemisjuno]

Never heard so many educated and knowledgeable comments in one interview. They could all get jobs as foreign correspondents with our national media. First class interview !

[@hdj81Vlimited]

even if they did work for media, thereintervieuws get not online, because pressagency decides what put online............

[@vjspectron]

Yeah even people who couldn't provide a detailed answer would state that they lack the knowledge to do so. It's refreshing!

[@joshlowe6725]

The video has been edited . Obviously to show a range of views

[@michelenavarro8083]

Yes!

[@John77Doe]

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan. 😂😂😂😂

[@roohseyy]

"Now is not the century to pick up swords and start wars". I strongly felt the gentleman's message. We, the whole world, must learn from our tragic history and never repeat them. "Let's live in peace." 🙏🏾

[@yurigansmith]

The problem is that a lot of countries disagree with the so-called "international order" imposed by the West, that for its part had 30 years of "vacation from history", and thereby the opportunity to use its temporary superiority in order to lay the foundations for a world that is build on mutual respect and constructive cooperation. Instead they assumed the "end of history" and behaved accordingly.

[@bonchidude]

While the europeans have power there will be much more war. The vast majority of wars are started by europeans.

[@mint8648]

Cring

[@LOLBTLOLBT]

if only us and russia presidents can understand this msg

[@Helghast73]

@@LOLBTLOLBT It’s more a case of if the USA stuck to its word and didn’t expand the military block, but here we are and the arms deals are flowing, how convenient!

[@scarletred8888]

How impressive and well thought out their answers were- I like many other commenters here did not know much about Kazakhstan and its people, they are so thoughtful - i could listen to them for hours. The guy with the moustache (sorry no names were given) was so spot on with his analysis, and overall their comments were compassionate and kind as well as being clear and intelligent - no to war- we as ordinary people around the world do not sanction this barbarity.

[@someonewhosupportukraine]

as a Lithuanian whose grandparents were deported to Karlag (Karaganda region in Kazakhstan) by the Soviet regime, I can say that I have never met such empathy from the Kazakh people, they helped my grandparents to survive exile. We will forever be grateful to the Kazakh people. Kazakhs are very educated and cultured and benevolent people. Литвадан барша қазақ халқына сүйіспеншілікпен

[@Tennosoul]

love from Kazakhstan to

[@BenyNukem]

I'm Polish and have heard many similar stories from my kin, I'm happy Kazakhstan doesn't participate in this criminal Russian assault.

[@intreoo]

I read a book by a Lithuanian author about the Soviet deportations from Lithuania in the 20th century; it definitely gave perspective to what injustices people had to go through under the Soviet regime. I myself am Korean, and we Koreans were actually the first ethnic group to be deported by the Soviets too. My heart goes out to your grandparents, and everyone affected by these deportations.

[@sodiumchloride3876]

Hi! Nice to see Lithunians here! I'm partly lithuanian and live in Kazakhstan for my whole live, some of my ancestors also were sent off in Kazakhstan during those times and intermarried with Kazakhs after.

[@someonewhosupportukraine]

@@sodiumchloride3876 hi do you traveled to your historical homeland?

[@stayhoodie7860]

As a Kazakh living in Kazakhstan, I feel very stressed now. We have plenty of friends and colleagues come here from both Russia and Ukraine. We have friends and relatives move to both countries in pursuit of better opportunities. And now we are in a war zone. The currency rates are dropping like crazy. Everything is getting more and more expensive and our brands feel the same sanctions as Russia - because Putin’s regime has tied us down to Russia for so long. I think a lot of people in Kazakhstan understand that Ukraine is just the first victim. And we are next - most likely. Russian government kept saying that Ukraine was frayed by the Bolsheviks, that they don’t have their own nation or culture. And they are saying the same about Kazakhstan. Ukrainians fighting and protecting their land now aren’t just in it for themselves - they are defending the peaceful futures of all the Central Asian nations - and beyond. The one good thing that came from this - we as Kazakhstan citizens certainly feel more connected to our land and our people now - we really don’t want this to happen to us. And of course it goes without saying - this is not done by the ordinary people. There are no bad nations, only bad people.

[@jaelldiaz0608]

💯

[@mechano6505]

Khazakhstan is a country that I don't think gets enough recognition. Now all of a sudden because of this crisis I feel really bad for central asian countries, unfortunate that being tied to Putin's sphere just by geography kind of screws you guys via proximity, especially since the oil pipelines are shared with Russia and the country is landlocked which makes it very difficult to not be affected. I hope things don't get too bad, since there's not sanctions there I would think wouldn't it even become lucrative to import products under sanctions and import it to Russia?

[@stayhoodie7860]

@@mechano6505 The sad reality is that for a lot of people we simply don’t exist. For others - we are Russian colonies - which we basically were. For some - we are the generic Muslim country - which we really aren’t, at least not remotely in the way people see it. In this regard - I’m happy ÇA states are under the radar. It gives us all time to grow and develop enough for the people to be surprised and hopefully willing to educate themselves on what’s up here. On your last point - in general we are optimistic that our govt and entrepreneurs will be able to use this situation to our advantage. KZ got great potential for tourism for neighboring countries, we got good produce that we can export to other countries who relied on Russia, we got a lot to offer - to people within and outside our borders. If we play our cards right I’m sure KZ will grow stronger because of this. Plus Kazakhstan citizens were among the first ones to collect and send humanitarian aid to Ukraine and we also went on protests pleasing KZ to not support the Russian invasion at all. It’s a shared effort to make sure KZ isn’t involved directly and the Russian sanctions effect can be overcome

[@greentea8852]

I think if you watch Oliver Stone films called Ukraine on Fire and Revealing Ukraine will give you a whole new knowledge

[@mechano6505]

@@stayhoodie7860 Yeah that last part was the most surprising to me, how people weren't fully behind Russia. The general understanding was that it was somewhat closed off under Nazarbayev and generally just a Russian-dictatorship satellite but with the reforms and such it does seem like things are rather different. I do think Kazakhstan could also build up it's brand in the west and become more of a global partner rather than solely with Russia, especially if they lose this war and their influence is diminished. I hope that we get to hear more about Kazakhstan and other central asian countries on the global stage, the rich resources and strategic position could really change things a lot, really not that far from Europe especially considering how much Georgia has been aligning that way so it can really act as an intermediary between Europe and Central Asia.

[@vitacit]

I have met a number of kazakh people and all of them were well-educated, intelligent and nice. And this video confirms that.

[@benjaminfranzuela5847]

The closing statement nailed it. “Care for the people more than your (politicians) benefits.”

[@Lepocoloco]

If Putin did that, then there would be no war.

[@benjaminfranzuela5847]

@@Lepocoloco noted.

[@sul41m]

It is interesting, because in russian he used a more figurative phrase, like "care for people, not for cockroaches in your head (about politicians)" I know, it sounds weird

[@benjaminfranzuela5847]

@@sul41m and funny but thank you for giving a good translation. In my country, the Philippines we call them crocodiles.

[@azmanabas8425]

If zelensky do that... Probably there will be no war

[@chrissanz-agero1888]

I’m from Los Angeles, and I can tell you that I love the people that were interviewed. They seem incredibly intelligent and informed. It’s sad that most Americans couldn’t even find Kazakhstan on a map if their lives depended on it. Excellent interviews, keep it up.

[@BigmanDogs]

Well they might just by luck since its surprisingly large. Basically same size as the entirety of the midwest

[@masamune2984]

I’m of two minds on that. I do personally totally agree with you. On one hand,though, to play devil’s advocate first, Kazakhstan isn’t as involved in the world stage as some of the “big players (that is NOT a criticism or a bad thing whatsoever.) They just tend to keep to themselves. I respect that. So it’s a bit more understandable when some people might have a difficult time placing it. On the other hand, my own opinion is shared with yours. I take pride and personal interest in learning geography, history, and learning as much as possible about other cultures and their histories, and usually end up falling in love with those different cultures, countries, and peoples. It also makes me sad others don’t share that desire, and I feel it somewhat cheapens their opinions on matters of the world if they aren’t willing to learn about it. I know some are too busy working, raising families, etc, or simply don’t care to get involved in foreign affairs or cultures, and that’s fair, but to me, even in this video and the terrible situation it is asking opinions about, it was great to hear people from a different part of the world than my own, their insights, lives, and people.

[@red94mr28]

And the Kazaks couldn't find Uruguay on a map if their lives depended on it. Know why? It just not an important country to them, no offence intended to either country. There's a YT channel that asks people in different countries about where other countries are on a map. One thing is clear, most people in the world suck at geography.

[@jyllian3990]

@@red94mr28 Well said. Out of curiosity, can I ask what channel this is?

[@red94mr28]

@@jyllian3990 I can't remember but it popped up on the "Recommended Videos" sidebar while I was watching an old Jay Leno video asking Americans to name world countries. This was a recurring segment on the Tonight Show where he took to the streets and asked Americans science and geography questions. I clicked on one of the recommended videos and it was a guy in Europe asking geography questions ...Europeans are as geographically ignorant as Americans. Maybe search YT for "europeans name countries". Sorry.

[@ediyuwono5601]

The lady with blue cap is so weird. She adores Russia so much. But when the interviewer asked about the probability of Russia taking control of Kazakhstan, then she switched side. Honey, that's your reality! I think she still lives in a bubble!

[@BA-bo7kx]

She also expressed an extremely unpopular positive opinion about the president. Kazakhs don’t support Tokayev, thus the mass protests back in 2019 and 2 months ago. Random ppl are being detained and tortured in prisons as an aftermath of those protests. And everybody knows that, but with Russia as an “ally” to the Kazakh elites, there’s not much ordinary ppl can do. This woman sounds like a paid actor.

[@natureblank1401]

@@BA-bo7kx Watch less BBC and CNN, those protests were fabricated by the US. Why is everyone who inclines positive towards Russia is instantly labelled as a Putin muppet or some paid actor? The brainwashing is sureal.

[@BA-bo7kx]

@@natureblank1401 lol. Who are you trying to deceive? I’m a Kazakh myself, so chill. The protests were very natural, ppl just got fed up with old dictators in power, we don’t need the US to see how their corrupt ruling is degrading the quality of our lives. Talk about brainwashing! You are the one living in constant fear of imaginary enemies and owe towards Putin, who ruined Russian economy (when it actually had so much potential to bloom back in the 90s and 2000s. Well, there WAS a natural economic growth, but it had nothing to do with putin’s policies). He lied to you all this time! He used your post Cold War trauma to stay in power and keep robbing Russia. He’s feeding you the hope for the restored Empire because y’all are ready to sacrifice your well-being for that hope. This war will only strengthen the NATO and create a tension between Russia and the West which hasn’t been there in the last decades. Is that what Russians wanted?

[@siratshi455]

@@natureblank1401 dude I’m Kazakh and B A is spitting some facts, it is a Russian and Kazakh state propaganda claiming protests were organized from the outside. People were fed up and bursted out, only Russian soldiers stopped our marches to seize capital.

[@danijaldblr3388]

I think she talkes about the average russian citizen and later about the threats of there gouverment. Its not that hard to understand guys 😅. Maybe because of the translation but if you understand russian you get her point.

[@alefone7666]

Wow, these people are wonderful. Thoughtful, informed, balanced. I've watched Kazakh singers before because I love their language, but now I love the people as well! Greetings from England 💕

[@user-nn2ed5sz5m]

Thank you very much!

[@qazaqqyzy7639]

😘🇰🇿💙🇺🇦

[@shredmonkeymatt96]

Kazakhs seem like very cool folks. I've had a fascination about Kazakhstan and wanted to visit that country since I was a kid. I'm learning Russian, hopefully someday I'd like to come and check it out. Such an awesome and underrated country with an underappreciated history and culture. Greetings from USA

[@filters777]

рады

[@a.n.1084]

If you are learning russian go to russia.

[@ga4110]

You need to learn Kazakh cause nowadays even Russian learn kazakh. Since war Russian language became less popular

[@theseangle]

​@@ga4110 for a fact Russian's going to be easier for an American because it's closer to English than Kazakh. And he can go around in Kazakhstan only knowing Russian. I'd appreciate of he learnt Kazakh but forcing him to do it would be more torturous when Russian is enough to just travel.

[@unknxwn0891]

I have a very nice Tipp for you. If you add a couple of simple words in Kazakh to your vocabulary, you can quickly win the respect of people here. For example: Rakhmet - Thank you, Salemetsizbe or Salem (less formal version) - Hello. Saubolynyz/Saubol - good bye

[@michaelw.8614]

Awesome!! This episode shows the humanity and empathy of the Kazakhstan people. We are not so different after all...we all want to live in peace.

[@PolinaLee94]

I don't know why are people so impressed, here in Kazakhstan we have kinda bad designed cities, but regarding education and technology we are not that much behind Europe. Our kids win world math and chess competitions and you can download important documents using no more than your smartphone. We also have apps for everything - from your official medical data and appointments, to sending official letters to your local administratiom and/or to the government. My 75 year old gramma watches youtube and shops on her tablet. We don't live in dark ages, you know. Edit: Hey, guys, please stop saying bad things about USA))) USA has a problem with geography, but i personaly love that gay rights and knowledge about gay people are so well developed there. Most of adults above 35 in Kazakhstan still think that being gay means that you HAVE to look and act feminine and other ignorant stuff like that. I'm not gay, but the ammount of ignorant people in my country pains me deeply, because it means that in a way we actually do live in the dark ages. Every country has it's gap in knowledge. I hope we all can overcome our gaps and grow as humanity, all of us. And fck the war.

[@musicasilverclaymore]

As a European, we never ever even hear of Kazakhstan (or other central Asian countries) in the news and know very little about them. I would bet most people just assume it's yet another Middle Eastern war-struck country run by the Taliban.

[@superdestructo]

In America, the media will typically highlight dumb or funny answers and cut out coherent ones. For comedy or political purposes. "Ha ha, look at how stupid this person is," or "look at how dumb the people who don't agree with my politics are!" "Just think about how stupid the average person is, and realize half of them are stupider than that!" - American Comedian George Carlin

[@61hink]

It's not a bad thing that we are impressed. I think a lot of us think you put the average citizens of our own countries to shame.

[@peterfireflylund]

True, but you also have a weirdly named capital and a presitator you only just got rid of. I hope the new guy is better.

[@zbtun1447]

That's because of a stupid american movie called Borat

[@JuliaInMerica]

This mustached guy in white shirt and blue jacket killing it - his answers are very logical and well-structured, he sounds much smarter, more educated than most politicians.

[@dylankirk6166]

I came here to say this. He has an amazing understanding of the situation.

[@hdj81Vlimited]

because politicians working for the maffia, WEF..........its all a plan. to sell weapons .............USA weapons.

[@axllii]

Agreed! Impressive guy! Very coherent, and thoughtful. You should interview him on more issues.

[@lihaiyang1120]

I knew some one would say so, totallly agree!

[@OneManStartup]

he is a socialist with all that imperialist rhetoric, i guarantee it

[@justadawg17]

Love Kazakstan From Philippines 🇵🇭♥️🇰🇿

[@AlinaMcleod]

Great interview segment. Thank you to all the Kazakh brothers and sisters who are supporting Ukraine in this time. I was in Kazakhstan about 3 years ago and was very impressed by the warmth and hospitality of the people.

[@ALEXRUSSIANOCCUPANT]

And why haven't you supported Donbass for 8 years? You don't have to answer, you Nazi filth.

[@darenzy]

Ukrainian civilians, not many support coke sniffing president and his corrupted government.

[@medetk1166]

Your videos are awesome Alina

[@timkelly2952]

I'm impressed at the thoughtful, well informed and articulate replies by the Kazakhstan people.

[@honesty_-no9he]

Sadly that simply shows how little you know and thus because you think similar things you think "they believe the same stuff I believe that makes them smart". Some were smart but they all lacked essential facts and awareness.

[@jenniexx9528]

and you have this preconceived notion that central Asia is not well informed at all. You think the whole world revolves around the West.

[@AlwaysAC]

@@jenniexx9528 not really, in fact I think the reason people are impressed is because if you did this style of interview in the west most people wouldn’t be half as informed as the people being interviewed here.

[@A.T.C]

@Ionasku Alexander 😂🤣

[@Comebackherein2050]

That’s so disappointing…people here not like Borat

[@footfunk510]

The mustache guy who called Putin a dictator seemed to have the most insightful views of the world (eg comments about imperialism). Although most of them seem well informed and articulate. Great interviews!

[@branrx]

Yes this guy was really intelligent

[@sarahs.thorpe857]

You're only picking that guy because his answers were the most palatable to Western tastes

[@ENTmath_]

@@sarahs.thorpe857 I bet he would critique some of the West actions if he was interviewed

[@user-xm2hg3xy7l]

@@ENTmath_ он сказал что США не лучше России

[@vienn2009]

The reactions here really show how you *are* making a difference, Asian Boss. Not only by providing insights, information, and introducing us to other viewpoints, but also by reminding us how little we know about a lot of countries/people (and how misguided our preconceptions can be). I like all of your work (and your reasons for doing this): Please keep it up.

[@BabylonPatrol]

classy. love the way they let these intelligent, educated people develop their perspective without agenda and cutting them off. watch most of these street interviews and people can hardly finish a sentence...

[@mitro72]

Hats off from Finland to all Kazakhstani people. Mostly very smart people, who have not fallen into dark web of propaganda like their northern neighbours.

[@mitro72]

@Mahd Why should they speak their "own" language? The message they say is what matters. I speak four different languages. Does it make me less patriot when I speak the one which is not my native?

[@dilyaa9874]

@Mahd what's your problem? All you concerned about is what language Kazakhs use?

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@mitro72 ... or the propaganda web by their Western neighbours, for that matter.

[@mrobocop1666]

@@trikebeatstrexnodiff by calling Turkic people Turkish you call all Turkics minors to Turkish or like all Turks are part of Turkish. While it's not true, Anatolian Turkish are the most distant people from original Siberian Turks in terms of language, culture and blood. I'm Tatar (a Turkic people) but I would never call myself Turkish, I'm proud of my own Tatar culture. So to diminish Turkish and Turkic is necessary, it's different yhings

[@MrBeeMAD]

@@mrobocop1666 Брат татар!

[@markwiener1091]

The most powerful takeaway I get from interviews is that most people in China and Kazahkstan do not want war and do not have animosity towards any people or nation that treats them fairly and kindly. I think this is true of people across the World. The sad thing of human existence is a small group of powerful people can cause horrible death and destruction simply to support their desires and illusions. When a population is lied to, when a population is afraid of other people based on untruths, inevitbly bad things happen. Thank you Asian Boss for keeping truth alive as best as possible.

[@robertrichard6107]

They're very intelligent, but I don't think they realize they've been infiltrated by subversive U.S. 'so-called' NGO's like Thailand. That's why their President called for Russian help with those rebel rousers.

[@John77Doe]

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@axelaurelius3854]

@@robertrichard6107 there was no external intervention. The president Tokayev lied about the external intervention to justify calling Russian troops for help while there was going to happen a revolution that would oust the dictator Tokayev. The Kazakh army started joining the protesters. Tokayev freaked out and called Russians asap. The government admitted recently that there were no any 20k terrorists that flew from abroad, and embarrassed themselves. Now all the peaceful protesters are being tortured and killed in jails. And the worst thing is Tokayev ordered to shoot to kill peaceful protesters without warning. The marauders were sent by the government itself to discredit the peaceful protesters. In the West Kazakhstan everything was peaceful without killing anyone, because there were no government sent fake brawlers.

[@feister2869]

@@axelaurelius3854 except they don’t know about the attrocities and most Chinese never had access to western internet

[@aldozilli1293]

China has a general policy of not getting involved in other country's issues so why should this be a surprise. It's Western mistrust of communism and China historically which is actually based on very little reasoning. China would have a lot more to be fearful of the West.

[@treehugger3615]

That Johnny Depp guy is the smartest. But I am overall impressed by how knowledgeable the Kazak population is when compared to their Russian or American counterparts.

[@momotrees111]

HAHAHAHA! He does have that Johnny Depp vibe, doesn't he 😄

[@marinefrod7685]

It's the hair I think😅🤷‍♀️😂

[@bohdaj]

he is absolutely excellent, i did not expect people of Kazachstan are so well informed, but also with such an insight

[@TheJhtlag]

Johnny Depp guy, lol. I was going with mustache guy that that works better. Yeah, I agree he has wisdom.

[@fullmaster468]

Kazak population is 5 people from the streets. Understandable

[@donovan8747]

Wow, I am shocked there are lots of smart and wise people in Kazakhstan. Being the closest neighbor of the both conflicting countries, they're really seeing it progressively, neutrally and objectively. Beautiful and peaceful people! I hope the best for the country.

[@lunarspirit4934]

What country are you from?

[@linmal2242]

Yes I am impressed by the common wisdom of the people interviewed.

[@TOONS_TUNES]

“Being the closest neighbor of the both conflicting countries”. I hope you don’t mean geographically… (which is true only about Russia).

[@void9938]

moustache guy seems really level headed and honest 10/10 would love to get coffee and have a conversation with him for sure.

[@formica.]

Me too, most of them actually.

[@mizzobjectiveone3819]

I hope this doesn't sound superficial, but they're all so beautiful! I've never really learned about Kazakhstan. I look forward to learning more.

[@mariaemiliac]

I know, right? I stated to look up information of Kazakhstan due to an outstanding singer (Dimash Qudaibergen) and then I saw lots of pictures of landscapes and people... And hands down, overall, gorgeous people and gorgeous places. I want to visit sometime.

[@dawnburns880]

yes, me too

[@Ok-oo2kh]

@@mariaemiliac better looking than americans

[@geronimo4511]

What excellent thoughtful people, As a person from the West (Ireland) I find it hard to disagree with most of the interviews. Good wishes to all ordinary people affected by this war

[@Worrell057]

Those interviewed are impressive people - so well informed and able to intelligently respond to the questions.

[@hallohallo1332]

This is my first introduction to people from Kazakhstan and I'm in love!

[@Spanish_Patriot]

You should listen to Kazakh folk then! Search "Agugai" on a search engine.

[@sjplus36]

Look up Kazakhstan's own Dimash Kudaibergen! This man has probably the most amazing voice in this world. Listen on youtube to his "S.O.S." or "Ogni Pietra"!

[@imanolk5513]

Should watch bald and bankrupt he travels to these ex Soviet countries, I think he travels to Kazakhstan as well. 🤔

[@roisincherie]

@@sjplus36 I think Dimash Qudaibergen has the most amazing voice... and his stage presence is so powerful. He is a very articulate young man and has spoken out against the war.

[@teovu5557]

The east Asian race extends from east Asia,south east Asia,north Asia and all of central Asia and technically Polynesia and native Americans north n south.

[@deborahs2593]

Wow- what a well-informed group of citizens. I'm ashamed to admit it's not an area I've ever given any attention to. Russia always, yes, Ukraine for a few years, Poland, Serbia, Romania- but never the "stans". It's time to change that. Thank you for this informative video.

[@mrobocop1666]

Russia itself has several -stans inside it, like republics of Bashkortostan, Dagestan etc. Republic of Tatarstan, for example, is one of the most advanced regions of Russia in terms of education, science, economy and culture

[@mastersafari5349]

@@mrobocop1666 Ber, ike, esh, durt! Tatarstan - supergood!

[@johnmike5650]

Happy to hear you broadening your knowledge. Btw, we were forcing to change the name of our country to Qazaq Republic to get rid of that ‘stan’ stereotype few years back, but it did not get traction :(

[@frostflower5555]

Stan is a Serbian word to mean location, apartment, stop.

[@mastersafari5349]

@@frostflower5555 "Стан" is a common slavic word not only Serbian as far as I know. However -stan suffix is of Persian origin meaning "land", but because these lanuages are Indo-European both words probably related.

[@nursultanyeskaliyev4945]

This interview covers only small number of people from Russian-speaking city Almaty. Therefore, viewers could have wrong picture about relationship of Kazakhs towards the war in Ukraine. Majority of Kazakh-speaking population is against Putin and his regime, independent of what reasons are behind of invasion (NATO expanding to the East, Russian language being oppressed, and bla bla bla). There is no justification for war. As a Kazakh guy I fully support Ukraine and hope they win in this unfair war. Much ❤️ to Ukraine.

[@williamtell5365]

Good and important point that this isn't a representative cross section

[@usgreth]

It was interesting (though maybe controversial) that the two most pro-russia people in this video were a lot more slavic/european looking than the other interviewees, you think this observation ties in with your point?

[@qazaqqyzy7639]

+++++++++

[@nursultanyeskaliyev4945]

​@@usgreth sorry, just saw your comment. For sure your observation makes sense, since slavic/european looking interviewees have closer relationship with Russia, have relatives there, watch pro-Russian channels and content. Therefore, majority of them supports or at least keeps a neutral position on this matter. But, luckily, not all of them. Among asian looking people u also find pro-Russian opinions, but not as much. Most of them are Russian-speaking Kazakhs who were raised in an environment where content and information in Russian prevails. And surprisingly some of them are smart guys who studied abroad and know what critical thinking means. All in all, the most important thing is that now after 5 months we can see the true face of Russian imperialism. And there is no excuse for it.

[@lisalessa8893]

Interview is takeb in almaty, cultural capital of kz, however there u can find any kind of people cuz it is a boiler of citizens coming up from various cities of the country. Yet, it is a centre of the city, so u would have higher chances to find well educated people there than going slightly down the city towards poorer areas

[@Thursdaym2]

Those are easily the best interviews and responses I have seen on the subject. Well done.

[@TonySantolaria]

I loved these kazakh videos. I am so impressed with them. They are not only intelligent, articulate and aware of the truth, but also quite elegant and attractive people. The dentistry worker and the guy with moustache were specially insightful Ultimately the infamous Borat may have actually made fun of our wesetern prejudices and bigotry about a nation we hardly know anything

[@evamasters5028]

Mentioning Borat is so out of place here. It was such a bad taste on behalf of Sasha Baron Cohen to decide to make Borat Kazakh.

[@stayhoodie7860]

A lot of people defend Borat saying it was a joke on the western people, but it is not how a lot of people here see it. Even though we agree - anyone who believes Kazakhstan is what was shown in the movie must be very ignorant. It’s just bad taste to make those satire jokes at the expense of the whole nation - and one that’s unable to defend their image. I’ve been haunted by Borat jokes when I was in school and just started exploring the internet and was so happy to see it die down. Of course they had to release another movie to prolonge this mess for the next decade

[@haphappablap7684]

@@stayhoodie7860 I recently watched Borat again and concluded that the joke really was on America. In that these stereotypes exist in the west about certain countries being backwards, but just look at the backwardness and stupidity in America. Really, he should have gone back to Kazakhstan and done a proper documentary to compensate.

[@hijiri0794]

@@evamasters5028 i've never watched a borat movie, but when i saw the guy i had more of a turk in mind. Maybe because i was born in Kazakhstan and spent my childhood there? hmmmm

[@ggoddkkiller1342]

There aren't many secular Muslim countries while ALL Turkic countries are secular from Turkey to Kazakhistan!! Even this alone says a lot about Turkic people but sadly there is insane amount of misinformation and especially western media is always trying to portray Turkic people with a bad light. To be fair there is a historical hatred between Turks and westerners because of their invasion of Europe, however Europeans themselves invaded literally 80% of the world if not more so still fueling past hatred could be nothing but hypocrisy. If western countries properly supported Turkic countries after soviet union collapsed Russia wasn't going to have this much power and influence today and Europe was supplying it's oil and gas from not Russia rather Central Asia. It is really time western countries finally ditching this medieval way of thinking and giving a real chance to Turkic countries which are a million times more trustworthy than Russia or China...

[@mihokapro3226]

that's a great decision to expand the area of coverage to include Central Asian countries! Those states are so underrepresented globally, but definitely deserve for more attention. Congratulations and good luck with everything you do! 👍👍

[@timbradley1419]

The Kazakhs seem to be my kind of people. Thoughtful, articulate and empathetic. As a London Brit whose parents as children were bombed relentlessly during WWII, I look at the destruction happening in Ukraine in horror and now have a far better understanding of their parenting skills. Their frugality, their resolve, their hatred and their determination never to be afraid or go hungry again. Their dark humour about everyday situations kept them going. But there was always love of their fellow man and the lesson that we are all each others brother and sister, whether that be Ukrainian, Russian, Kazakh..........or English.

[@dougietabla5948]

Excellent piece. These folk have their heads and hearts in the right place. They seem more articulate and informed than many in the West.

[@ScuffedLife]

These are the most educated, full, eloquent and objective responses I have ever heard in my life. Kazakhs, never change!

[@phanupongasvakiat337]

So are you not suspicious ?

[@thestanley2692]

@@phanupongasvakiat337 about what?

[@HelerifiKtion]

About them manipulating the answers, or rather, picking ones they find suitable to advertise to the world. Naive, tbh

[@thestanley2692]

@@HelerifiKtion you don't know that for certain

[@HelerifiKtion]

@@grapesurgeon, I see your point, but it seems you forget how easily done that is, and how much of it has already existed even in the most benign reports and interviews. Everything gets reducted and cut to create quality content, else you'd always see 20 people interviewed who don't want to answer, another 20 who want but have no opinion, you'd even have plenty of opposing views, etc. That's just what interviewing randoms looks like. So, you're actually making the stretch believing these aren't selected answers.

[@dragonrykr]

The moustache guy seems very intelligent. All his answers are very articulate and thought out.

[@mubasora7221]

agreed i enjoyed listening to him

[@yuki._.tomeldawn]

agree.

[@socaljet]

all of them are sheep,afraid of gov backlash

[@cindypomerleau950]

They were all amazing but I learned more from the older wise gentleman.

[@rishavkumar7133]

Why bcoz he supports your mentality

[@natalilitvinenko6030]

Молодцы казахстанцы! Поддержали веру в человечество. Уважаю. Рада увидеть нормальных, адекватных, добрых, гуманных людей в Казахстане. Алматинцы вы супер!

[@fredhearty1762]

Wonderful insight into the Kazakh society, their support and empathy for Ukrainians, and their concern that they might be next. Thank you for the excellent report.

[@GwynBleys]

You missed the point... or maybe something was lost in translation.. most are afraid of their leaders repeating Zelnsky's mistakes. Russia just saved Kazakhstan from a government overthrow and a copy paste of Ukrainian scenario

[@Elenaiskhakova]

They never said they might be next. Kazakhstan and Belarus are our “brothers” which Ukraine never was

[@KazakhstanosS]

​@@Elenaiskhakova давным давно 1 из политиков сказал что россия нападет на Украину и потом на Казахстан. Она напала. Теперь надо ожидать следующий шаг

[@JR-el7et]

I don't think i have seen a set of interviews on this subject with such a well balanced set of people who are so politically aware of the world. As an ignorant person that has little knowledge of Kazakhstan, i am hugely impressed by these people and my opinion of Kazakhstan has greatly increased. It is a more educated and thoughtful set of replies than most of our "Western" countries could have have come up with. Thank you for educating me.

[@yidiandianpang]

I lived in Kazakhstan 28 years. They know about Russia and Ukraine because their entire lives revolve around the post Soviet space.

[@vahahadziev]

@Asl Mrrr вот поэтому мы в гавану и таити не лезем, и не рассказываем всему миру кто прав кто виноват

[@thhdhn2]

If a rabbit lives around the fox, the rabbit is always aware of what happens to its surroundings.

[@hieverybody4246]

They are very brainwashed by their state controlled media. Their own government is a dictatorship closely aligned with Russia's dictatorship.

[@PatriciaSantos-qt9lw]

Yeaaahh, so impressive, on the NEGATIVE side! BECAUSE: Kazakhs should speak Kazakh!! The LANGUAGE is the real blood of a sane nation! Not the flag, nor the anthem, etc. The Language yes, is the glue, the cement of a truly unified country and respective population. It's very very sad when we watch a people speaking the language of their tortuous invader which by every means tried so hard to destroy their native language (Kazakh) and their homeland, and their culture, etc, exactly as per what ruSSia always did and keeps doing around its never-ending expanding borders, at an enormous cost to the native _(really autochthonous)_ peoples! Ukraine and Kazakhstan are 2 among many other historical victims of ruSSia. Why are you(s) so masochistic?! It's possible to realize that you've the slaves' mindset. You do, perform, act, say, speak only what your manipulative master wants and allows. I thought that Kazakhs had at least the basic ability to learn something from their tortuous past under moSScow's whip, and that such valuable knowledge would have them aware, realistically prepared and conscious for the really -- past, PRESENT and future. But, against all odds, too many are still blind. Impressive.

[@lonelypotatojinneverfound378]

I have professors both from Russia and Ukraine, genuinely nice people. It's just unfortunate how general public suffers from the games that politicians play, both in Russia and Ukraine. In Kazakhstan, at least those around me, are completely against joining or even supporting Russia in any way. There were even public gatherings, events in support of Ukraine. Most people are well aware of the whole situation and the informational war that is going on, so we chose and analyze our sources carefully. It's sad that some are manipulated by their government's propaganda. But most importantly, all the lives that are lost, may they rest in peace.

[@moniranik5674]

you are a fool, this channel is silently working for USA and the western world.

[@g.s.632]

💔💯💯

[@anomalysyndrome3235]

​@Leader of Bears yes, how come west being the big good when media that not pro west wil be blocked and labeled as disinformation media, even cat get banned.

[@kylefontenot5937]

Do you mean support about invading Ukraine or just support for Putin in general? These residents, and granted they all live in the same city which may be different in many views but they implied clearly that most Kazakhs viewed Russia favorably while they all seemed to strongly oppose the invasion.

[@lujedeja578]

Well, if you support NATO, then you need to get better sources

[@znet2723]

I'm from the US. I don't know much about Kazakhstan. I was very touched by the interviews especially the Young man with the Mirror glasses and the young Dental Hyg! I would love to travel there someday after hearing the interviews.

[@clarabartha1737]

That was wonderful. I am so pleased by the intelligent contributions of these people to the discussion.

[@psychogenesis6755]

Really enjoying these last few Kazakhstan related interviews. Thank you!

[@michelleikoma2953]

The guy in the navy suit jacket and white t shirt seems to have great political analysis skills. I appreciated his insight.

[@formica.]

We all like mustache man. Boss needs to do a long interview with him.

[@A.T.C]

@@formica. Agreed ! Moustache dude is bang on.

[@hellimancini5299]

Fine journalism indeed. Kudos to (almost) all the interviewees, particularly the young chap with the moustache whose astute take on events is bang on. Congratulations to Asian Boss for affirming what ordinary people have in their hearts -namely an abhorrence for the killing, maiming and subjugation of their fellow creatures. Human advancement would enjoy a quantum leap were we to transfer the power to make war into the hands of those standing to lose the most from it. Best regards from Australia.

[@thehumanityoflife6460]

That would be a great wish to come true someday...transfer the power to make war into the hands of those standing to lose the most from it!

[@nobodyknows3180]

I enjoyed this so much I watched it twice. My respects to these people, they are bright, involved, articulate.

[@FlibbidyFleu]

Wow, it's refreshing to see that average Kazak citizens are so informed and articulate on geopolitical matters. I would love to hear more from them.

[@sleepymarmot7047]

I do love the Kazakhstani. A nation of proud and strong people. They have enough strength and national resources to become a strong state in the years to come, and become one of the next of many to come to maintain their identity while being part of a global community in which their people will thrive.

[@whitegirl3836]

Thank you,but it's not Kazakhstani,it is Kazakhstan

[@tasbykekerey1203]

@@whitegirl3836 yes, or Kazakh/Qazaq

[@Jamirio]

"Maintain their identity" If USA and RF doesn't mess it

[@Melody-ob1sv]

@@whitegirl3836 kazakhstani are the people who live there but are not kazakh descendants

[@sleepymarmot7047]

Well told. Sorry for the confusion. I do hope you will not be too affected for what's to come. Because its going to blow my head off, literally. Have fun with that, my old friends :)

[@niccolomainetti6202]

The moustache guy said nothing but straight facts, he literally understood the situation perfectly.

[@fib1478]

The only thing he missed (as well as anyone in the world when talking about this war) is that in a WW3 scenario the problem won't be the economic backlash, but the amount of radioactivity released in the atmosphere. And the atmosphere is not russian or american or chinese.

[@a2xd94]

I find it interesting that the Slavic Kazakhs (maybe they’re actually just russian, I don’t know) have a very naive view of Putin, whereas the ethnically Asian Kazakhs are not so naive and they realize that Putin is a dictator and that he has imperialist aims…aims that also don’t bode well for Kazakhstan

[@maxh7637]

There are no such thing as slavic Kazakhs. Those folks are regular russians.

[@a2xd94]

@@maxh7637 I wasn’t sure of that, thanks for the clarification.

[@Durdenism1]

all slavic in Kazakhstan are immigrants

[@user-ff8zd6ut4c]

Они сепаратисты.Они всегда поддержавают Россию и Путина.Они наши враги в Казахстане.Но мы им открыто не говорим

[@aynuralbek6474]

Kazakhs always had different point of view from russians

[@Winter420]

the guy with the sunglasses and the puma jacket, so sweet and kind.

[@magzhanabdibayev3818]

lol he looks dangerous, that's how average "almatinsky gopnik" looks like

[@b_tang]

Asian Boss is hitting it out of the park lately. Well done.

[@Dear.Genius]

Wow! what a smart group, I learned a lot about the people of Kazakhstan from theses interviews. Makes me more hopeful than ever that there is hope for mankind to get alone and that we just misunderstand each other a little bit. We all want peace, joy and prosperity for our family , friends and country. Thanks for sharing.

[@mariaemiliac]

Thank you! great interviews all. ❤

[@taylor3950]

“Now is not the century to pick up swords and start wars” Amen!

[@liunancy1381]

Then there is war all over the world? Why there is NATO?

[@tipofthespear7182]

Well educated and compassionate people in Kazakhstan. I tip my hat to you all. This war is an abomination and needs to stop now before it breaks out into WW3

[@tedgoodfellow9103]

There were some insightful comments from many of the respondents here, who were not anxious about speaking out - bravo Kazakhstan citizens! Regards from Blighty :).

[@Thetequilashooter1]

I had a cousin who was a transfer student, and he went to Kazakhstan. He really liked the people. He learned how the country had different classes of people based on where you’re from. The Russians considered themselves at the top of the ladder, and it caused some resentment in the country. He said the people know any leader there is merely a puppet of Russia’s, and there are quite a few who would like to have greater freedom to determine their own political future.

[@maxh7637]

Well, they may consider themselves at the top, yet they don't have any power in local society.

[@dooman230]

@@maxh7637 I think it’s applied to the north, many top management positions here occupied by Russians. You may even feel that when entering a private building (say a gym, plant, or any business) if you see that al of the employees are Russian then the owner is a Russian. If you see a mix of people working together then probably Kazakh/Georgian/Turkish/Azeri or something.

[@Jade-ju1qs]

@@dooman230 well ,its only in the north, in the other parts it’s opposite, especially in southern and western areas.

[@sitoraqaharman2118]

​@@maxh7637 unfortunately they HAVE power, I'm kazakh and live in the center of the country, here only 46% of population are kazakhs and the other are mostly russians. When I was a kid I did figure skating and I was the only kazakh among hundreds of kids (mostly russians) and they've always been bullying me just because of my race. Trainers never informed me about any competitions. And it's just sport section. I occasionally witness racism (it's common in our city), which makes me mad. Unlike 30 years ago, we're an independent country now, we can talk on our mother language and have the same opportunities. People don't understand it. And every kazakh, who claims that russians are our brothers should read history books (not written by russians)

[@justanyperson]

@@sitoraqaharman2118 please dont lose your Turkic feelings and make lots of Turkic babies. i will live in Kazakhstan and make lots of babies in there. russian will back to cold russia.

[@Donttagme11111]

me and my friends, we all feel very distressed. In Kazakhstan, for Kazakhstani people, it is really hard and sad to watch, how almost two brothers of slavyan ethnicity fight - Ukraine and Russia. I worked for a Ukraninan company and have friends from russian federartion and I feel really sorry and want to express sincere condolences to the ordinary people of both nations. Please, stop the war. Any adequate person, living in the 2022 in this world wouldn't like to live in horror. PEace for everyone! Ukraine, we stand with you. Agressor and dictatorship of Russia must be stopped. Our government supports Russia, of course, but will never support killing and murders of kids and women, it is their future generation. Please, be safe everyone and let's cherish the peace and every minute of life. With all the sincere and full respect, from Kazakhstan.

[@ggoddkkiller1342]

I think all Turkic countries and Georgia must form a defensive alliance as it looks like we have no other option to prevent further wars. Why Georgia you might ask, pretty much all trade between Turkey and Turkic countries travel through Iran and especially Georgia including oil and gas pipelines and railways. Iran is a Russian ally and might block entire trade in case of an escalation then only Georgia is left. While there are already Russian backed separatist regions in Georgia so Russia also invading Georgia is a real possibility. If Turkic countries loose both Iran and Georgia they will be separated once again like past centuries and can't support each others, we can not afford such a thing no matter what...

[@leexingha]

you didnt say that when US unleashed their onslaught in the middle-east and then Afghan for so long

[@leexingha]

@@ggoddkkiller1342 as long as ur Georgia remains neutral then it wont have any problem, but it will depend who is the leader of when

[@yamerojones]

Won't stop, "people" put an administration into office which brought back the architects of this disaster like Victoria Nuland, Empty peace talk is substance free, this is the consequence of decades of ignoring warnings from many including John Mearshiemer, Pat Buchanan, Noam Chomsky, Henry Kissinger, across the political spectrum they warned the wests actions would cause this, and instead of listening people listened to mindless propaganda

[@John77Doe]

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan. No sexy time allowed unless you support Putin. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@qazybekpendunietanu]

As a Kazakh living in Kazakhstan I do not see anything in common with Russians as these guy is saying that Kazakhs and Russians have common culture and spirit. Totally disagree with that, because majority of Kazakhs are traditional muslims and turkic speaking people, whereas russians are slavic christians. We have different food from each other, we celebrate different events. Yes, historically and politically we are unfortunately integrated and we speak russian as well, but that is it. No any russian will think of kazakh as a brother or good friend, I lived in Moscow and I faced a lot of discrimination from Russians and saw racism agains other Central Asian nationals. Russians even show it in their movies.

[@fixpontt]

what will happen with Baikonur if the russians cant pay for it? i read that they pay 115M dollar for a year, they can not afford this in the future for sure

[@qazybekpendunietanu]

@@fixpontt as usually, they will simply annex it

[@alex9forever]

Total fake turkish-state-bot propaganda. Racism in Moscow LOL the most multinational city in Russia where 30-40% of population are asians yeah, HILARIOUS. Saying that most kazakh are muslim is also fake, most are atheist.

[@ar_rakis]

@@alex9forever don't tell me you've never heard from ladlord: "for slavs people only"? oh, wait...your name is Alexander lol

[@alex9forever]

​@@ar_rakis There can be nazis anywhere, but in Moscow if you try to do it publicly you will go to jail for 2-5 years

[@elwrongo]

very articulate and thoughtful people, thanks for this!

[@pawelwisniewski6849]

It was a pleasure to watch and listen to those people .

[@samkim3923]

Absolutely support more media attention for Kazakhstan. As someone living in the "west", we don't hear enough from Central Asian countries. Tough bind to be stuck between western media and Putin's Russia.

[@peterfireflylund]

Plus plenty of homegrown craziness. Look up the name of the capital and check out why it has that name, for example…

[@dansonmburu7687]

I'm impressed by the Kazakhs they seem quite informed and a warm people wish the very best to them and peace for the world🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪 Kenyan

[@andrearauch6539]

seems the people are more educated than their government

[@user-nj3ow8rj7w]

Kenya Kazakhstan brother

[@geespecify]

The fact that these are random interviewees makes the interview astonishing! 🥂❤️

[@TheArtofsign]

One of the best interviews and all the people who spoke with respect and valid points. Makes me want to go visit!

[@damagecontrol7]

Public opinion and what the government actually does are two entirely separate things. Just like that one dude said..

[@allu4385]

@Pim Max 1. Huge corruption in gov + youth mostly is apolitical and doesn't even vote 2. Those who voted had no other choice bcuz Putin and his party always try to get rid of whatever candidate that seems to be a threat to their regime. Like they did with Navalny, who exposed Putin and his oligarchs corruption. The gov tried to poison him, and now they finally jailed him. There is another candidate Bondarenko who pointed out governments corruption a year ago, and no one is even sure if he is still alive. 3. Nobody expected a war to happen. Those who support Putin are old ppl who are afraid of changes and believe his every word + brainwashed gangs of idiots, who are either paid to flame on people who oppose Putin, or are attention-whoring. Those, who oppose Putin, go to protests or simply call a spade a spade - pay a huge ass fine and go to jail for 15 years + many get beaten there by police. Source: I'm Russian.

[@Star-lv1gk]

The Russian view is, that they feel threatened by the USA. The illegal coup d'etat that was sponsored by the west in 2014 and supported by Ukrainians Nazis, made Ukraine a puppet-state of the US.Hunter Biden, the son of Biden even worked at a gas and oil company there! I suggest you to watch coach red pill.

[@sulimaniii]

@@allu4385 it's our fault source : i'm ukrainian lol

[@r.b.somers2052]

Great interview and much respect to Kazakhstan.

[@King-uh8zz]

Much love for our brothers 🇹🇷 👑 🇰🇿

[@sinatrabone]

This is one of the most eye-opening videos I've ever seen. In just a few minutes, I've had many of my own stereotypes (of which I was unaware) completely overturned and I've been exposed to a wide range of incredibly well-spoken viewpoints from very literally the other side of the planet from where I live. It's such a privilege to have that kind of access, and to think that I almost don't think twice about it. What a world we live in. I hate that the subject of this is a senseless war with an incredible imbalance of power. But I also very much appreciate having my perspective challenged, stretched, and broadened. Big thanks to this channel and to each individual interviewee.

[@metehanakar0]

Turkey, Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Cyprus and Kazakhstan are European for me.

[@KRYoung_dev]

I never fail to find these interviews so enriching to me. It dismantles all the barriers to understanding and grows my worldview tremendously.

[@dmaggio4011]

Very well done…. very interesting indeed…… I am extremely impressed how thoughtful and informed these people are….

[@RealSpaceHobo]

Very impressed with this people. The young guy with the hair / mustache - was spot on. Nailed it....🙂Also the dentist. Nomad Child, not so much...🙂Sunglasses guy, sympatico...🙂

[@kamasonaliale]

I love what you guys are doing, interviewing people around the world for their opinions on the war, I'm looking forward to more of these videos if you make more

[@edenterra2608]

This is the best interview, i have watched so far, after Chinese one.. It seems, that the Kazakhstan people have a clearer vision of the consequences of war They are better informed, and knowledge of the actual situation in Ukraine. Even though they have strong friendship with Russia, they don't want to come back to the past, when they were under the USSR's control, They rather have their own sovereignty, as a nation. I really enjoyed this interview. Thank you.

[@thunderbug8640]

Well it makes sense tbh, if your friend started a fight, you wouldn’t help him simply because he’s your friend, you would only help if you thought his cause was just. It’s pretty hard to truly justify Russia’s actions so why would anyone, even their friends, want to help them. I think the responses about if it could happen to them are the most intriguing, they think he’s mad enough to do it and are simply hoping that their status as "friends" will save them.

[@terrorgaming459]

Russia never controlled Kazakhstan in the ussr 🙄 it was a federation

[@thunderbug8640]

@@terrorgaming459 In theory only. Practically it was highly centrally controlled for most of its existence.

[@MustafaAli-lb8dq]

The Chinese interview is sketchy because people in China are happy but they fear CCP. So they are careful what they say in public.

[@boombastikboombastik1330]

@@thunderbug8640 120 year

[@imeldamayer-taylor2783]

I agree , those interviewed seem to be well informed and presented good arguments . I'm impressed.

[@awesomed007]

Khazakh are really good human... thank them from the bottom of my heart for showing compassion for the oppressed!!! A really great nation.

[@noitalfed]

I had no idea how advanced a country Kazakhstan is. We get a distorted picture of foreign countries here in the United States. An excellent piece of journalism. Kudos to Asian Boss.

[@RCXDerp]

Women are quite cute too

[@sir_humpy]

As far as I know, there are only two cities in KZ that have average citizenry modern in their worldview, it's Almaty and Astana or whatever it's called now. Other cities are much more provincial and you'll struggle to find people as articulate and aware of the political goings-on. At least, you'll hardly be able to conduct an interview in russian in other cities as few will speak it decently and russian IS still the lingua franca in the region and their window to the world through the russian segment of internet that dwarfs their own. English is coming along fast but not fast enough.

[@temirzhan9438]

@@sir_humpy ложь.

[@azuragoddess]

@@sir_humpy well, people in provinces are always tend to be less intelligent. That`s how it is in whole world.

[@sir_humpy]

​@@azuragoddess, I will not call provincial people less intelligent, it is an insulting thing to say, I find. I would say however that they are obviously not as world savvy due to lesser exposure to the big world outside.

[@anelalzhanova7948]

I am a Kazakh and I am frankly shocked at how many people actually support Putin in this interview. For me it feels like a not representative enough sample of interviewees, but maybe I’m just biased and surrounded by people who criticize the war and the politics of Russian government

[@ernesttreywasz9565]

Don't worry, it was not so bad. Generally I am positive impressed of the very realistic view of some of Kazakh people. I think you will survive. I am not so sure about my own homeland - Poland... But anyway Russia will pay for what is doing, sooner or later.

[@XKS99]

How do you feel about the Russian people?

[@alongfuther3741]

@@XKS99 I have a bad attitude towards Russians who in every possible way infringe and humiliate non-Russians. Unfortunately, there are a lot of such Nazis in Russia

[@snokkensiedeutch]

The later.

[@williamtell5365]

It is a little disturbing. Its totally understandable many Kazakhs are pro Russian but what Putin is doing in Ukraine does not seem defensible to me.

[@eh8706]

Ethnic Kazakh people seem friendly and well informed. 👏🙂 I talked to the Kazakh judo team while they visited by country Bosnia 🇧🇦 cool people 👍

[@christinesmith9349]

Racist much?

[@Batorg1]

Парень с усиками самый адекватный и аргументированный в своих ответах. Остальные либо не разбираются в политике совсем, либо слишком молоды для того, чтобы делать дельные выводы.

[@nursultanyeskaliyev4945]

По интервью получилось как-будто большинство поддерживает Россию, что очень печально. Цензура в головах у людей все еще существует, поэтому может не сказали в полной мере, что хотели, кроме пацана с усами.

[@atinakim8940]

Вот именно!

[@user-sz6nx9jh4x]

@@nursultanyeskaliyev4945 а могут ли они искренне поддерживать Россию? Почему всегда людей с другими взглядами считают запуганными или зомбированными? Люди могут свое мнение.

[@LK-sl5fr]

@@user-sz6nx9jh4x 👍👍

[@kairanazhikulov3502]

@@nursultanyeskaliyev4945 тебе стоит поддерживать плюрализм мнений, каждый имеет право на поддержку чего либо, это же основная ценность либеральной демократии к которой стремится весь мир. Я лично против империалистической войны России против Украины, но бросаться словечками типо " ты жертва американской, русской, китайской, вахаббисткой пропаганды" никогда не стоит. Даже нациста и коммуниста ( которые априори против плюрализма мнений) стоит всегда выслушать и только потом уже дискутировать без такой хрени

[@bekakunkei971]

Keep it up with the interviews with people from Kazakhstan, great job

[@alinwithetea2920]

I am a Kazakh, and yes not only we but the whole world is in a difficult situation. I express my condolences to the citizens of Ukraine. It is a shame that we cannot speak to President Putin's face, and I doubt that he would have listened. I hope there is at least one checkbox that will push to stop rubbing.

[@Spanish_Patriot]

Putin is a textbook psychopath and couldn't care less about anyone's opinion. He will not give up his power peacefully either. Hope you guys can get away from toxic Putin's political influence soon.

[@Limemill]

Get armed and start practicing shooting while you can. And pray for Ukrainians to fight till the very end costing Putin as much damage as humanely possible. You're definitely on his list too.

[@nandorblue]

As a Hungarian from the border region of Ukraine I'm disappointed in your comment. The fascist Ukrainian organizations are terrorizing and harassing the ethnic Hungarians for the last 10 yeas and beyond. They did the same to the ethnic Russians on their Eastern border. You may want to watch Oliver Stones documentary Ukraine of Fire to have a better understanding of the conflict.

[@cyberpunk2978]

@@nandorblue Another documentary by a French journalist as well - Donbass 2016. No country care about those Russian Ukrainians except Putin. I'm not a fan of anybody, but those people do need help.

[@Dominicn123]

@@nandorblue you can't just single out the right leaning members of ukraine as if they're the only ones, your country and ecspecially russia has VERY neo-nazi organizations all the same, the thing that matters is that the ones from ukraine have spawned up due to putin's rule, annexing crimea only intensified and broadened right leaning politics in those regions closest to russia.. but as far as neo nazi's, yeah zelensky is jewish so it's obviously not the nazi regime putin claims as justification lmao

[@candacejourdan6041]

Wow! I am SO impressed by these enlightened, sophisticated Kazakhstanis! Thanks for your wonderful interviews with them! 🇺🇦 Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@arek3866]

Wishing Ukraine Victory!!!

[@content-mu8bo]

excellent coverage and educated, honest responses