China's Growing Influence in Kyrgyzstan: Backlash and ResponsesCEFR A2
20 Nov 2025
Adapted from Nurbek Bekmurzaev, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Annie Spratt, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Kyrgyzstan has had strong reactions against China’s growing influence. People are worried about various issues. They are concerned about environmental damage from Chinese companies. Many people also think that Chinese workers are taking jobs from locals.
Protests have occurred against China’s projects. Some people are angry about pollution, believing it harms health and agriculture. In response, China has increased its presence in Kyrgyzstan. They are providing training and investments to improve their image.
Difficult words
- influence — the power to have an effect on something.
- concerned — feeling worried about something important.worried
- protest — a public demonstration against something.Protests
- pollution — substances that make the air or water dirty.
- investment — money used to help a business grow.investments
- environmental — related to the natural world.
- projects — planned activities or tasks.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think people are concerned about foreign influence?
- How can governments address pollution concerns?
- What might be the long-term effects of these protests?
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