Kushner-backed Albania resort sparks protests, EU concerns

A luxury tourism project in Albania, backed by Jared Kushner, is facing intense scrutiny and protests due to its location in the protected Narta Lagoon. The project has raised environmental concerns and caught the attention of the EU as Albania pursues accession.
Why it matters
The project pits economic development and foreign investment against environmental conservation and EU regulatory standards.
Donald Trump's son-in-law is linked to a megaproject on Albania's protected coast that has triggered protests and EU scrutiny over risks to flamingos and endangered habitats.
The article balances the economic arguments of the developers with the environmental concerns of activists.
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