Kyrgyzstan plans to construct a 1,200-megawatt thermal power plant, named “Kara-Keche,” in the Jumabaly district of the Naryn region. The announcement was made by President Sadyr Japarov during a visit to the Naryn region on June 23rd. The new plant is expected to significantly increase the country’s energy capacity. Details regarding the project’s timeline and funding sources were not immediately disclosed. The development aims to address growing energy demands and bolster the nation’s power infrastructure. Construction is slated to begin in the near future, according to the president’s statement to local residents. This project represents a substantial investment in Kyrgyzstan’s energy independence.