Albanian Resort Project Linked to President Trump's Family Faces Growing Opposition
A large-scale coastal development project in Albania, associated with Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, is encountering significant resistance from environmentalists and local protesters. The project, which includes a luxury resort on the Adriatic coast, is planned for the Narta Lagoon area, a wildlife reserve, and the uninhabited island of Sazan. Thousands of protesters have gathered in the Albanian capital, Tirana, and in the town of Zvernec to voice their opposition. The development, which involves hotels, apartments, villas, and a marina, is seen by the Albanian government as a transformative opportunity to boost high-end tourism and support the country's bid for European Union membership. However, environmental groups argue that the project threatens protected habitats and biodiversity, particularly as the area is a crucial stopover for migratory birds.