Kazakhstan's Famine: Historian's Plea for Inclusive Remembrance

Kazakhstan: Historian Criticizes Government's Selective Approach to Memorial Events. A recent interview on the "QASQA JOL" YouTube program highlighted the plight of various ethnic groups during Kazakhstan's famines and the government's selective approach to memorial events. Historian Amandyk Amirhamzin argued for separate memorial days for famine and repression victims, stating, "By separating these dates, we can show respect for our ancestors who sacrificed their lives for their country." He further criticized the government's permission of the Immortal Regiment march while prohibiting marches commemorating famine and repression victims, calling it "discrimination." Amirhamzin's comments underscore the ongoing debate surrounding historical memory and national identity in Kazakhstan.