Protests in Tirana against a luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner have entered their second day, revealing deep public discontent over environmental issues. Thousands are rallying against the construction planned on protected coastal land, chanting slogans like “Albania belongs to Albanians” and demanding government accountability.
Activists argue that the Albanian government has allowed construction without proper consultation, raising alarms about potential threats to biodiversity and bird migration routes. The project, estimated at $4 billion, has sparked outrage particularly after a video surfaced showing an activist being forcibly removed from the site by security personnel.
The protests have intensified calls for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, with demonstrators accusing his administration of facilitating the development through recent legislative changes. Rama, however, defends the project, claiming it adheres to legal and environmental standards.
This situation underscores a broader tension in Albania between economic development and environmental protection, as the government seeks to attract foreign investment in luxury tourism while facing significant public backlash over ecological concerns.
Source: Euronews
