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The Ministry of Finance discussed the state and prospects of Kyrgyz-Japanese relations

Today, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan with the participation of the Ambassador of Japan to the country, Hirano Ryuichi, and the representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Nishigata Kotaro. This was the first official visit of the new ambassador to the Minister of Finance. The Minister warmly welcomed the guests and expressed congratulations on Hirano's appointment. During the meeting, issues concerning the state and future of

12.12.2025, 17:35

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Samad Isabekov has become the Director of the Customs Infrastructure Department of the EEC

The website of the Eurasian Economic Commission announced the appointment of Samat Isabekov as the director of the new Customs Infrastructure Department. Brief Biography

12.12.2025, 17:31

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Edil Baisalov: Kyrgyzstan Will Remain a Beacon of Democracy in Central Asia

Deputy Prime Minister commented on the new conditions of political life after the parliamentary elections In an interview with The Liberum, Edil Baisalov, who took the position of Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, emphasized that the country will remain a symbol of democracy in Central Asia following the parliamentary elections.

12.12.2025, 17:31

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In Bishkek, young police officers took the oath.

In Bishkek, at the base of the PPSM regiment of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, where the cavalry platoon is located, a solemn oath-taking ceremony was held for more than 80 new police officers, who are graduates of the Republican Training Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to representatives of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, the official opening of this base took place on November 1 in an online format with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov.

12.12.2025, 17:25

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In Jalal-Abad, the police met with foreign students

Employees of the department for combating extremism and illegal migration in the Jalal-Abad region organized a meeting with foreign students and citizens of other countries to discuss security issues and prevent crimes against them. According to representatives of the regional police press service, the participants of the meeting were explained the necessity of studying and adhering to the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic. In case of violations of the legislation, foreigners may be held accountable

12.12.2025, 17:25

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Uzbekistan has blocked about 70 websites for promoting betting services

According to the Committee for the Development of Competition and Consumer Rights Protection, access to dozens of websites has been restricted due to their connection with gambling. The agency received information about 86 resources that need to be blocked, of which about 70 have already been disabled. As reported by "Gazeta," most of the identified websites specialize in betting services, but there are also resources related to entertainment, music, and cinema.

12.12.2025, 17:25

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Call Center: The new stop on Aitmatov Avenue is already broken

A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center to criticize the condition of the public transport stop on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue. She attached photographs to support her claims. Complaints from citizens. Complaints from citizens. “The stop on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue near the old State Registration building is in extremely poor condition. The thin boards bend under the weight of passengers, some are already broken. There is no additional reinforcement at the bottom. Shouldn't such

12.12.2025, 17:24

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Festival "Bir Duyno". The delegation of the International Federation for Human Rights was not allowed into the Kyrgyz Republic.

At the "Manas" airport in Kyrgyzstan, a visa for members of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delegation was blocked. The group included Ilya Nuzov, who heads the Eastern Europe and Central Asia department, as well as Rafael Lopuuhin and another representative. This information was received from participants of the organization "Bir Duyno - Kyrgyzstan". According to their data, the country's border guards did not allow FIDH experts into their

12.12.2025, 17:23

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In Bishkek, the 90th anniversary of the G. Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts was celebrated

The anniversary of the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev took place in Bishkek, gathering many distinguished guests. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, among those present were the Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev, his First Deputy Soyuzbek Nadyrbek, as well as many figures from the arts.

12.12.2025, 17:12

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In the Jalal-Abad Region, branded products have been identified

In the Jalal-Abad region, a meeting was held to identify the region's branded products. At the branding committee meeting, which included the first deputy representative of the president, Nurlan Ermatov, members of the expert group, local authorities, and producers, various goods produced in the region were presented.

12.12.2025, 17:08

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Events were held in the colonies in honor of the 97th anniversary of the classic of world literature, Aitmatov.

Cultural and educational events were held in correctional institutions dedicated to the significant date — the 97th anniversary of the birth of Chyngyz Aitmatov, the outstanding Kyrgyz writer and cultural figure. According to information from the State Service for Execution of Sentences (GSIN), within the framework of these events, open lessons, lectures, and literary meetings were held in the units. Inmates prepared creative performances in which they spoke about the biography and creative

12.12.2025, 17:07

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A representative of Abakirov announced an attempt to legalize the illegal decision of the Central Election Commission in court.

According to Abdrahmatova, Judge Nurman Nartaev announced a break when transitioning to the debates, which allowed the CEC to present another protocol to the court regarding the election results. She claims that this facilitates the falsification of evidence, as there are no justifications for such a decision in the case materials. "The judge is effectively helping the CEC to legalize an illegal decision. In violation of the Administrative Procedural Code, after hearing the arguments of

12.12.2025, 17:07

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Kyrgyzstan Proposed Cooperation with Turkey in the Coal Industry

On December 9, a meeting took place between the Minister of Energy, Taalaibek Ibraev, and Alparslan Bayraktar, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Turkey, in Istanbul. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. Issues related to cooperation in the energy sector, joint large projects, and other areas of interaction were on the agenda. The focus was on the project "Green Energy Corridor Central Asia - Azerbaijan (Caspian)," which is

12.12.2025, 17:03

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The number of beds for children with pneumonia has been increased at the NCOMD.

At the direction of the Acting Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanibek Dosmambetov, the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH) has opened an additional 145 beds for children suffering from pneumonia and acute respiratory diseases at its second facility. Currently, 132 children are receiving treatment at the medical institution. At this time, there are no delays in hospitalization or a large influx of outpatient patients.

12.12.2025, 17:00

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The Danger of One Type of Power Bank Revealed

The Chinese authorities are concerned about user safety and have reported a potential threat associated with power banks that do not have screens. According to ITHome, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the country has developed a draft ban on the sale of such devices. Experts believe that having a screen and a special application will help users monitor the technical parameters of batteries and identify possible malfunctions.

12.12.2025, 16:58

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The President laid flowers at the Monument of Neutrality and headed to the forum in Ashgabat.

Today, December 12, President Sadyr Japarov, during his working visit to Turkmenistan, participated in a ceremony dedicated to laying flowers at the Monument of Neutrality in Ashgabat. This was reported by the press service of the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo by the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ceremony, taking place on December 12, is timed to coincide with the International Day of Neutrality and is an annual official event

12.12.2025, 16:52

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Tashiev handed over 64 service apartments to the border guards and checked the living conditions at the "Zhany-Zher" outpost in the Batken region.

The Chairman of the State National Security Committee and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited the border outpost "Zhany-Zher," located in the Batken region. During his visit, he familiarized himself with the living conditions of the border guards, their daily lives, and the lives of their families, as reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee. Tashiev was pleasantly surprised to learn that the servicemen are studying to

12.12.2025, 16:50

Local news / Exclusive

Tashiev met with the residents of the village of Maksat and inspected new residential houses

As part of his working trip to the Batken region, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) Kamchybek Tashiev met with residents of the village of Maksat, located in the Leilek district. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the new houses built for local residents and communicated with them. The villagers expressed their concerns, discussed existing problems, and voiced suggestions, as well as asked Tashiev various questions. To create new residential spaces

12.12.2025, 16:49

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Tashiev checked the strengthening of the border and reported 80% readiness of the barriers in Batken

On December 12, the Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited the area where the borders of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan intersect. According to information provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee, during his working trip, Tashiev inspected the current state of the border and assessed the quality of the barbed wire fencing installation.

12.12.2025, 16:48

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At the abandoned factory, which was once under the control of Kamchy Kolbaev's structures, 80 tons of extremely toxic substance are being disposed of.

In Tash-Kumyr, the process of neutralizing dangerous chemical substances accumulated on the territory of the former "Kristall" plant is beginning. The mayor of the city, Kelsinbek Bektemirov, confirmed the information that work on the disposal of toxic substances will start in the near future.

12.12.2025, 16:48

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For the first time in a decade, a Central Asian river otter has been discovered in Kyrgyzstan

The work conducted from 2023 to 2025 on the rivers Kyzyl-Suu, Chatkal, Tyup, Kokomerin, and Chu did not reveal the presence of otters, raising concerns about the possible extinction of this species in Kyrgyzstan. However, a recent video recording indicates that the species may be entering the country from Kazakhstan. Authorities emphasize the importance of conducting further research on the Turuk River to determine whether the observed otter is a solitary migrant or if there is a permanent

12.12.2025, 16:41

Ecology / Exclusive

For the first time in 10 years, a Central Asian river otter has been recorded in Kyrgyzstan

In the State Natural Park "Khan-Tengri," employees have captured on video an adult individual of the Central Asian river otter for the first time in the last ten years. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, the otter was spotted on the Turuk River, which runs along the border with Kazakhstan.

12.12.2025, 16:35

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In Bishkek, the great writer Ch. Aitmatov was honored on National Literature Day

In honor of National Literature Day and the birthday of Chyngyz Aitmatov, more than 100 volunteers from the Eurasia NGO gathered in Bishkek to lay flowers at the writer's monument. According to the organization, this event has become a symbol of respect for the legacy left by the writer, whose works have had a significant impact on the cultural identity of Kyrgyzstan and continue to inspire readers around the world.

12.12.2025, 16:31

Local news / Exclusive

The Mayor of Osh Awarded the Order of "Dostuk"

Jenyshbek Toktorbaev, the mayor of the city of Osh, was awarded the "Dostuk" order by the decree of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This information was announced at the city hall.

12.12.2025, 16:25

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Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to apartments to the families of servicemen in the Batken region.

“You fulfilled your duty in the most difficult moments in the most challenging areas” In Sulukta, located in the Batken region, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to 64 new apartments to the families of servicemen.

12.12.2025, 16:22

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Mural with a Portrait of Chyngyz Aitmatov and Symbols of His Works

In the city of Kant, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, a mural has been created on the wall of the Chyngyz Aitmatov House of Culture, depicting the portrait of this outstanding writer and incorporating the symbolism of his works. The press service of the city administration informed the Turmush correspondent that this mural was installed in June 2025.

12.12.2025, 16:19

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Scholarship Holders of "El Umutu" May Be Required to Work for Five Years in Their Homeland After Graduation

The State Agency for Intellectual Property and Innovations has begun the process of amending the Regulations on the Awarding of the International Scholarship of the President of Kyrgyzstan "El Umutu." These changes are currently in the stage of public discussion. Essence of the ProposalsIn the new version of paragraph 25, it is proposed to introduce a provision that will require scholarship recipients studying under this program to be included in the reserve of personnel for state and

12.12.2025, 16:13

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In Talas, a creative evening united poets and writers in honor of the National Day of Literature

A creative evening dedicated to the National Day of Literature took place on December 12 at the Aman Toktogulov Library in Talas. The event gathered poets, writers, and literature enthusiasts, reports Turmush correspondent. Among the guests were the deputy head of the region Mira Sedikerimova, poetess and recipient of the "Dank" medal Arzykan Momuntaeva, honored cultural worker of Kyrgyzstan Ermek Ümötov, as well as writer-journalists Toktogul Ibragimov and Nurzhigit Seydaliev. Also

12.12.2025, 16:07

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"Nomad TV" - media detox

The new media platform "Nomad TV" could be the very step that helps Kyrgyz journalism return to its roots, restoring professionalism, language literacy, and objectivity—qualities that, unfortunately, have been undermined in recent years.

12.12.2025, 16:00

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The elections to the Jogorku Kenesh have taken place. When will the first session be held?

Recently, early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation took place in Kyrgyzstan. The preliminary results of the voting were announced on November 30, the day of the elections. The full results were declared on December 10, and on December 12, the Central Election Commission registered the newly elected deputies. View the preliminary results and final outcomes.

12.12.2025, 15:59

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A meeting aimed at expanding cultural cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan was held in Osh.

Today, a meeting took place in the city of Osh, aimed at deepening cultural interaction between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, as reported by the press service of the President's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region. According to the agency, Amanakan Kenjebayev, the president's representative in the Osh region, along with the city mayor Jengishbek Toktorbaev, held a meeting with a delegation from Uzbekistan, headed by the Minister of Culture Ozodbek Nazarbekov. The event took

12.12.2025, 15:47

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Tashiev visited the Leilek district and met with residents of the villages of Maksat and Razakov

In the village of Maksan, the local administration allocated 44 hectares of land for the construction of residential and social facilities. On the allocated territory, 16 modern houses have been built, where residents have already moved in, settling there on a permanent basis. All necessary conditions for a comfortable life in this area are being gradually created. After this, Kamchybek Tashiev visited the resettlement village of Razakov, where he also met with the residents. He listened to

12.12.2025, 15:46

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Children of the village of Chyrpykty immersed themselves in the world of the great writer Chyngyz Aitmatov: A vibrant event in honor of the 100th anniversary

As part of this event, the kindergarten students read excerpts from the works of Aitmatov and performed scenes based on his most famous works. They also prepared brief reports highlighting the life and creativity of the writer, and engaging discussions about his literary legacy took place. The children participated in themed games that left a vivid impression on them and allowed them to gain a deeper understanding of the world of Chyngyz Aitmatov.

12.12.2025, 15:38

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Nearly 7000 cases of ARVI have been registered since the beginning of the year in the Kadamjay district

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjai district, since the beginning of the current year, there have been 6,912 cases of acute respiratory and influenza-like infections recorded. All patients sought medical assistance and received outpatient treatment. According to the data from the district sanitary-epidemiological control, 429 of all the infected individuals were hospitalized. There is an observed increase in the number of cases during the autumn-winter period.

12.12.2025, 15:38

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A Monument to the Poet Alisher Navoi Installed in Osh

The festive opening of the monument to the outstanding poet Alisher Navoi took place in the city of Osh, according to information from the local mayor's office. Attending the ceremony were the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the presidential representative in the region Amanakan Kenjebayev, the chairman of the Osh city council Bolot Bayetov, the deputy minister of culture, information, and youth policy Askarala Madaminov, as well as a delegation from Uzbekistan led by the Minister of

12.12.2025, 15:38

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In the city of Talas, drivers were injured in a traffic accident

On December 12, in Talas, on A. Otorbaev Street, a traffic accident occurred involving a collision between a "Mercedes Vito" and a "Honda Fit." Both drivers sustained injuries as a result of the incident.

12.12.2025, 15:37

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Representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Bishkek City Hall conducted a raid at the "Osh Bazar" and "Orto-Sai" markets.

The participants of the raid monitored prices and explained to entrepreneurs the importance of adhering to the established limits on the cost of meat products. In case of discovering instances of meat being sold at prices exceeding 680 soms, representatives of the Antimonopoly Service are ready to apply measures of accountability in accordance with the law. Additionally, the issue of creating additional points for selling meat at affordable prices at the aforementioned markets was discussed.

12.12.2025, 15:36

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In Kara-Suu, a cotton processing station has reopened after repairs

At the opening ceremony of the restored building of the Kyrgyz Cotton Station, located in the village of Bolshevik in the Kara-Suu district, the Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev, who is acting as Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, was present. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, this station, founded in 1926-1927, plays an important role as a scientific center engaged in the selection of varieties and the improvement of technologies in agronomy.

12.12.2025, 15:33

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A meeting on anti-corruption issues was held at the Tax Service

A meeting was held at the State Tax Service with participants from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to issues of identifying and combating economic offenses, timed to coincide with International Anti-Corruption Day. Representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs provided current statistics on registered economic crimes, discussed practical examples from their work, and methods of investigation.

12.12.2025, 15:29

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In the city of Batken, inspectors stopped a car — the driver turned out to be drunk.

In Batken, an incident involving the detention of a drunk driver occurred. According to a report from the Traffic Safety Organization Department (UOBDD) of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, traffic inspectors stopped a "Volkswagen Jetta" driven by a person under the influence of alcohol.

12.12.2025, 15:16

In the world / Exclusive

In Thailand, Parliament Dissolved Amid Tensions with Cambodia

Against the backdrop of ongoing clashes at the border with Cambodia, the Prime Minister of Thailand has decided to dissolve the parliament in preparation for new elections scheduled for early next year. This was reported by Kazinform, citing Euronews. The decision to dissolve was made by Anutin Charnvirakul after receiving the consent of King Maha Vajiralongkorn.

12.12.2025, 15:14

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Tashiev met with residents of the Leilek district and checked the progress of providing housing for relocated families

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev made a working visit to the Leilek District on December 11 and met with residents of the villages of Maksat and Razakov. According to the press service of the State National Security Committee, provided on December 12, Tashiev inspected new residential complexes built as a result of the border demarcation and directly communicated with local residents. The discussions took place

12.12.2025, 15:10

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In the Batken Region, a time capsule was laid in honor of the beginning of the modernization of the Shahimardan irrigation system.

- On December 12, a ceremony took place in the Kadamjai region, where a time capsule was laid at the main water intake facility of the Mukhtar Nurgaziev main canal, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. This event symbolized the beginning of the modernization of the irrigation infrastructure in Shahimardan.

12.12.2025, 15:09

Local news / Exclusive

The Lowest Meat Prices: An Agricultural Fair Took Place in the Ak-Talinsky District

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, a fair was held today, featuring socially important products and essential goods. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the price of lamb at the event was 600 soms, while the cost of turkeys ranged from 3000 to 6000 soms.

12.12.2025, 15:08

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The Head of the State Financial Intelligence Service Listed Popular Scenarios of Phone and Internet Fraud

On the air of Birinchi Radio, the chairman of the State Financial Intelligence Service, Kanat Asangulov, revealed information about the most common fraud schemes in the modern world. According to him, based on information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and expert opinions, situations such as calls from a "bank" are frequently encountered in Kyrgyzstan, during which fraudsters report suspicious transactions and ask for a code from an SMS message. They may use spoofed numbers,

12.12.2025, 15:00

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Residents of Bishkek are invited to the lighting of the city's main New Year tree.

On December 15 at 18:30, one of the most anticipated winter events will take place in Ala-Too Central Square – the festive lighting of the main New Year tree of the capital of Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the Bishkek City Hall, guests can expect a vibrant program filled with magic. Well-known artists and public favorites will perform on stage.

12.12.2025, 14:57

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Kasymaiev participated in the conference on cooperation in the field of science and technology in Moscow

During the official visit to Russia, the head of the presidential administration and the chairman of the cabinet of ministers, Adylbek Kasymaiev, participated in an international conference dedicated to scientific and technological cooperation, as reported by the government press service. Together with the prime ministers of the member and observer countries of the EAEU, he visited a museum located in the "Atom" pavilion at VDNH, which is the largest educational center dedicated to

12.12.2025, 14:56

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250 organizations demand that the U.S. Congress stop the construction of data centers

Environmentalists claim that the construction of data centers, driven by the growing need for data processing, creates a temporary illusion of economic growth, especially in small communities. However, such short-term benefits can lead to serious long-term problems, including resource shortages and rising prices for electricity and water for local residents. According to a Bloomberg report, residents in areas where data centers are located have faced a 267% increase in electricity prices over

12.12.2025, 14:51