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Sadyr Japarov calls for expanding cooperation among OTS countries in energy

Kyrgyzstan currently utilizes only about 15 percent of its available hydropower potential.

31 Oct, 16:25Read in Russian
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Speaking at the OTS summit in Ankara, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov proposed that member states increase joint efforts in energy and attract investments in hydropower and renewable energy sources.

Among potential projects, he mentioned the construction of the Kazarman HPP cascade with the participation of the Turkish company İhlas Holding. Japarov also invited investors interested in the energy sector to partner with Kyrgyzstan.

According to the president, the electricity deficit amounts to 3–4 billion kilowatt-hours. He noted that consumption restrictions could be lifted in 2–2.5 years following the commissioning of new capacities, including the Kara-Keche thermal power plant with a capacity of 1,200 megawatts.

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