I don't know about KZ policy[0], but in at least a couple of countries it's much easier to get asylum if one has reasons to fear for one's safety in one's home country.
[0] although it does seem similar to most countries', judging by the (commonly observed) fact that several of their international athletes started out competing under a different flag.
[0] although it does seem similar to most countries', judging by the (commonly observed) fact that several of their international athletes started out competing under a different flag.