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Kyrgyzstan has launched its first large-scale solar power plant, bringing an end to the long-standing issue of rolling blackouts for local residents — thanks in large part to support from China.
Built by a Chinese company and operational since December 2025, the 100-megawatt facility, the country’s first solar power plant, is located in the Kemin District of the Chui Region. With an annual generating capacity of 200 million kilowatt-hours, it provides a stable, uninterrupted electricity supply to surrounding settlements and cities.
Thanks to its automated systems, the plant requires only a small maintenance team to run — a major step forward for the region’s energy infrastructure.
Previously subjected to frequent power rationing, local residents are now experiencing a more stable electricity supply.
“We are already starting to forget about rolling blackouts. The power supply is so much more stable now. With a normal electricity supply, of course, our standard of living and quality of life have really improved,” said Abel Chukubayev, a local resident.
“Kyrgyzstan has resources, and China has technology. This is a model of win-win cooperation,” said Ma Wenjun, head of the power plant.
Kyrgyzstan launches 1st large solar power plant with China’s support, ending rolling blackouts
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Bishkek, the capital city of Kyrgyzstan, on Sunday afternoon for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2026 and a state visit to Kyrgyzstan at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov.
Upon arriving at the Manas International Airport, Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly welcomed by Japarov and his wife, Aigul Japarova.
Xi and Peng were treated to Kyrgyz delicacies and accorded a greeting steeped in the nation’s traditions by local women.
Guards of honor lined up on both sides of a red carpet to salute the Chinese leader.
Both president and their spouses watched Kyrgyz cultural performances and displays, and listened to Chinese songs performed by local youngsters.
In a written speech, Xi extended sincere greetings and best wishes to Japarov and the people of Kyrgyzstan on behalf of the Chinese government and people.
Noting that China and Kyrgyzstan share a time-honored traditional friendship, Xi said that the majestic Tianshan Mountains stands as witnesses to the millennia of friendly exchanges between their peoples.
Over the 34 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the China-Kyrgyzstan relationship has withstood the test of a changing international landscape, maintained sound and steady development throughout, and reached the high level of a comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era.
In recent years, bilateral trade volume and people-to-people exchanges have reached new highs, Xi said, noting that major projects including the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway have been successfully implemented, and the tangible results of mutually beneficial cooperation have broadly benefited the two peoples.
Xi said that during the visit he will have in-depth exchanges of views with Japarov on China-Kyrgyzstan relations, cooperation in various fields between the two countries, and international and regional issues of common concern, and draw a new blueprint for building a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future.
Xi said he looks forward to attending the SCO Bishkek Summit, working with all parties to revisit the 25-year development experience of the SCO, jointly discuss cooperation plans, create the future of the organization, and promote the continuous new development of the organization.
Xi’s entourage also includes Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and director of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee, and Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister.
Xi arrives in Kyrgyzstan for SCO summit, state visit
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