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Protesters in Albania oppose Kushner-backed resort in protected coastal area

Protesters in Albania oppose Kushner-backed resort in protected coastal area

21 Haziran 2026Al Jazeera
  • Protesters in Albania have taken to the streets to voice their opposition to a resort project backed by Jared Kushner, expressing concerns over environmental impacts in protected coastal areas. The rallying cry of 'Albania is not for sale' underscores the tension between development interests and environmental prese…
  • Activists argue that such projects threaten the ecological integrity of the region and prioritize profit over sustainability.
  • Albania's coastal regions have become attractive to foreign investors due to their natural beauty and potential for tourism. However, this has raised alarms among environmentalists and local communities who fear that unchecked development could lead to irreversible damage to the ecosystem.
  • The protests against Kushner's resort highlight a broader issue of foreign investment in sensitive environmental areas. As global interest in Albania's coast grows, the local population is increasingly wary of the implications for their natural resources and cultural heritage.
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