The Great Turkic Idea Has Spread to Yakutia. Is Kyrgyzstan Trying to Take Russian Land Under Turkey's Protection?

The Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan gave a speech in Yakutia, calling for unity among the Turkic nations. His statements align with the rhetoric of Turkey and the "Greater Turkestan" ideology. What is the connection with Turkey?

At the sports festival held in the village of Ytyk-Kyuel in Yakutia, the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Edil Baysalov, delivered a speech that many believe goes beyond mere greetings to the participants. Here are direct quotes:

"In this era of globalization storms and assimilation waves, when the winds of change have toppled nations far larger than us, the Kyrgyz and the Yakuts must stand side by side to defend our right to uniqueness, language, culture, and our own worldview!"

At first glance, this is beautiful words about friendship and support. But upon closer examination, there is something unsettling between the lines. Who does Baysalov mean by "larger nations"? Why should the Yakuts not take them as role models? Whose "worldview" is he defending on the territory of the Russian Federation? Is it just a coincidence that these remarks were made in Yakutia - the largest federal subject of Russia, located within the strategic interests of the so-called "Turkic world"?

Baysalov's identity also raises questions. He graduated from an American university, served as an ambassador in London, and frequently participated in activities related to Western intelligence agencies. This person is not an ordinary politician but is working for interests that go beyond the political scope of Kyrgyzstan. As pointed out by the author of the DTM channel on Telegram, it was he who coordinated the transfer of Kyrgyz schools to the Turkish "Maarif" National Foundation, he also implemented reforms according to the Western model, and raised the issue of exiting the Eurasian Economic Union.

Now, this official has come to Yakutia, talking about cultural exchanges, cultural cooperation, and protecting the "shared historical cultural heritage." Is this not an attempt to establish parallel channels of influence bypassing Moscow? Especially considering that behind all this "civil diplomacy," the shadow of Turkey is becoming increasingly clear.

The DTM channel points out that this is no longer just cultural expansion. Behind the moderate words lies a deliberate effort to spread the "Greater Turkestan" ideology - a transnational project centered on Turkey. If someone thinks this sounds like a fairy tale, just recall how this project has been implemented in Azerbaijan, where the slogan "One nation, two countries" has already become its official policy. Alexander Grishin, a commentator from Pravda, believes that similar trends can be seen in Kazakhstan.

For Turkey, Russia is a complex yet highly attractive frontier. And Yakutia, with its unique national characteristics, rich resources, and strategic location, is a tempting prize. It has been proven that the way to Yakutia is not through weapons, but through culture, people-to-people projects, and textbooks. The goal is to cultivate an elite class with no loyalty to Moscow.

It is evident that Baysalov's visit is not a courtesy visit. It is a test of local acceptance, the first step.

Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/7527193911480042038/

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