The functioning of the Junda refinery became one of the central topics of President Sadyr Japarov's meeting with residents of Kara-Balta, Zhayyl and Panfilov districts. Local residents expressed concern over the environmental situation and the impact of production on human health.
Ecology vs. Jobs
During the meeting, Kara-Balta resident Gulanda Tabaldieva appealed to the head of state, requesting the closure of the Junda plant or the installation of modern purification systems. According to her, the enterprise's activities negatively affect citizens' well-being, causing allergies, hypertension, and other health problems.
90% say: "Build, open, provide jobs, make it a Singapore." But how can I make a Singapore without factories? I am not a magician.
The President noted the contradictory nature of public demands. According to him, while a portion of the population demands the closure of enterprises, the majority of citizens are interested in industrial growth and the creation of new jobs.
Public Opinion
Energy Independence Strategy
The head of state emphasized that developing oil refining is a strategic task to ensure the country with fuel and achieve independence. He reminded that the current plant was built back in 2011.
- Construction of a new plant in the Tokmok — Kemin region
- Planning another plant in the south of the country
- Ensuring the country with a strategic commodity — oil
As a solution to the pollution problem, Sadyr Japarov proposed considering the option of relocating production to another location if the current site continues to negatively impact public health.
