How Do Koreans See the US in 2024? | Street Interview

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this video do not represent that of Asian Boss or the general Korean public.

0:00 - What do you think of the US?
1:42 - How is the US portrayed in Korean media?
3:08 - Why are there so many American restaurants in Korea?
4:43 - Do you think the USA is the world's most powerful country?
5:41 - Living in the US?
7:14 - Do you feel closer to China or the US?
11:22 - Do you think the US would help Korea if it was invaded?

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[Trill.Clipz.Channel]

“I don’t think anyone has a negative perception” ask his gf “yeah I have a negative opinion” 😂😂😂😂

[autumntriesthings]

America has great healthcare. But the question is: is it accessible?

[eprjct]

Bro the guy with the white jacket knows what he's talking about. He steadily turned every single negative or positive question into an objective observation. He understands that either positive or negative, they are simply propaganda.

[taylormattlock]

I feel South Korea and Japan are two of the most protected countries under the United States's security umbrella. If any of them were attacked its hard to see the US not dropping most other conflicts to focus on them.

[HH-kgfq]

Korean people's views of the US tend to be of longing and a fantasy. The truth is, drugs, violence and a low quality of education, foods, and social services are just some of the big problems in the US. This is coming from someone who has lived in both countries.

[jlify]

No matter what controversies U.S. is facing nowadays, they have supported us survive through our darkest times in our history. That alone merits our greatest trust. 🇺🇸🇰🇷

[minkki]

They all had good and valid points. I most definitely think US would help Korea if a war break out. The US has been allies with Korea for years. Yes the US, my home can be dangerous, and more dangerous than Korea. I still think we are the most powerful, but we lack in taking care of our own US citizens, in regards to healthcare, education, homelessness, jobs, economy. The government is screwed up so bad to the point that we honestly look like clowns here in the States. I'm glad that some Koreans see us in a positive light, but we have a lot of work to do here.

[seoul_louis]

If u read korean comments in Korean news, u can see that how strong the anti-China sentiment is in Korea.

[Awytoo]

It’s sad when people very eager to answer the question, but when you ask “why” - they stumble. Humans have to be more conscious in daily life, and use critical thinking more often.

[saintoverboard]

I'm from the United States and I would like to whole heartely thank Korea for giving us Roof Koreans.

[jwtubification]

It seems that the average Korean being interviewed on the street is both a lot more well informed on current events and more politically astute than the average American you would stop on the street.

[koreankiwi]

as a korean new zealander, i see alot of ppl calling korean brainwashed for liking USA or supporting usa when they are supporting israel for genocide in gaza or making genocides around the world . but i think this mindset should stop because everyone has their own opinions. there are 7 billions people around the world and i dont get why ppl are forcing or criticising how other people think especially when they have own diff opinions.

personally, usa has alot of issues such as shootings and also political issues such as withdrawing its troops from Afghanistan etc and US government made alot of bad mistakes but still it was USA that defended south Korea during the korean war and still continues to defend until today by having 30000 troops in south korea and 50000 in japan. if it wasnt for usa, then south korea would be under north korean rule which means no kpop, no kdrama, no kbeauty, no freedom/democracy, nothing. all the things that foreigners love about sk wouldn't exist today if usa didnt defend sk. despite all the problems that usa has made, majority of koreans have good image bec of it. also alot of them enjoy pop music and movies. its important that u differentiate politics with culture. even tho many korean dislike japanese government, it doesnt mean we should hate Japanese people or culture. theres alot of korean ppl that enjoy japanese culture such as anime or manga.

so any people that forcing Korean to think the way they should is closeminded. its important to be open minded, accept other opinions and also mind your own business. if you dont like what u see then dont watch it.

even i prefer peace between israel and Palestine. i dont want innocent ppl to die just because of relationship between two government so i dont support israel as well bec of genocide.

P.S don't bother writing any negative comments bec I'm not gonna read it, if u don't like it then move on

[eddenoy]

Koreans have always done well in the USA. It's tougher now all over, but if you are young and have energy and health you can still do well.

[Jabbawokeez]

Why cut out what the old man had to say about China? Let him speak his mind and let the world hear it!

[BondiBeache]

It seems that the people interviewed made an effort not to appear biased in the public video.
As a Korean, I don't think I've ever seen anyone who worries about China and the United States.
Feelings toward China are closer to hate, and feelings toward the United States are closer to love.😂

[adityadutta]

"Do whatever you can to maintain your security" - South Korea

[qxbttrt]

Very well-informed and educated public. I'm impressed. Unlike people in the country they're being questioned about!

[cherylbauman]

I enjoyed that, very enlightening ty😊

[ms]

it’s no surprise Korean people think this way as Korea’s economic success depends on US technology and market.