A multi-billion dollar luxury tourism development project proposed by Jared Kushner’s investment firm in Albania has sparked local protests, dubbed the “Flamingo Revolution.” The plan targets the protected Vjosa-Narta lagoon and Sazan Island, areas critical for migratory birds like flamingos. Environmentalists and local residents oppose the development, warning it could devastate the region’s delicate ecosystem. Meanwhile, the Albanian government has modified environmental protection laws to accommodate such high-profile investments, raising concerns over conservation versus economic growth.
- Affinity Partners, an investment firm led by Jared Kushner, has proposed major luxury resort developments on Albania’s Sazan Island and the Zvërnec peninsula.
- The targeted areas are located within the Vjosa-Narta lagoon, a highly ecologically sensitive wetland that serves as a vital habitat for flamingos and other migratory bird species.
- Local environmentalists and activists have organized the “Flamingo Revolution” to protest the plans and raise awareness about the potential destruction of the ecosystem.
- The Albanian government recently amended national laws governing protected areas, making it legal to build high-end tourism projects within previously restricted conservation zones.
- While developers and supporters emphasize the economic benefits and job creation, critics argue the project violates environmental standards and threatens biodiversity.
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Since May 30, thousands of Albanians have protested a €1.4 billion luxury project on the protected Vlora coast, agreed between Prime Minister Edi Rama and Jared Kushner’s firm. Anger stems not only from the project but from the lack of transparency and public consultation.
This issue of private property reverting to previous owners after end of Communism predates Kushner.
No family has done more damage to the entire world than the Trumps.
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EAT THE RICH!!! They are out of control!
Couldn’t be more proud of the Albanian people for this.
The only thing that destroys decent society are individuals driven by sociopathic greed who gain positions of power or influence.
Hands Off Albania's Protected Areas 🇦🇱 🙌 🇦🇱 !!!
GOOD FOR THE ALBANIANS!! Need to make sure to get rid of Trump supporters and law makers within you countries government..BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE!!! Oh yeah, If Steve Bannon shows up in your country arrest him immediately.
Keep it up Albania.
The world didn't know much about Albania prior to this but their introduction is earning the world's respect.
We should be protesting on the US. Unfortunately, all many Americans care about is the price of gas to fuel their big assed SUV's. Sad.
edi rama is surrounded by drug dealers and mafia mainly from england. i know stuff…SPAK knows also but they are too afraid to take a step ahed
Really good coverage of this issue from DW .
Lies it's not Thousands, not even tens of thousands but hundreds of thousands.
Money over people the American Dream.
He's FOS- it will bring minimum wage jobs and loss of their park which is priceless. If the trumps and Kushners get their fingers in the pie, there'll be no end to the grift.
Given Kushner's
> Political connections (Ex.: Putin, BB, Trump, MBS, Etc.);
> Tunnels & bunkers existing on the island due to its strategic geography (incl potential "choke point" for Mariners); and that
> Jared is an attorney whose contract likely preserves maximum owner-control of the island going forward (such as adding an airplane landing strip, helipad, and boat port/ docks … for his "wealthy friends", and possibly leaving sufficient "protected land" for an airbase to be easily erected if desired);
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the Albanian people and Government should be worried about who he might sell to, lease to, or "share" with in the longer term.
Point?
This particular buyer raises more red flags than just preserving the pristine wilderness, wildlife habitats, historic structures, public access, consent of voters, Etc.! 🚩
Power to them! NO KINGS (nor QUEENS, for that matter).
Btw … Will the income this project is forecast to bring to Albania actually be used to help the needy people?
I ask because U.S. lotteries, gambling, A.I. server farms, and other concessions made by politicians in the name of boosting local economies rarely result in investors &/or businesses that profit from such "legislative exceptions" distributing a significant % of proceeds locally.
If this sale is allowed to go forward, voters should "get it in writing" re specifics of how their economy will be "boosted" and who will benefit!
Odds are that Affinity Partners will try to offer all services on their premesis (& have supplies "shipped" in from lowest bidders) to keep maximum profits within their corporation (&/or affiliated "shell corporations" 🚩),
and so only transparent bookkeeping, oversight, and minimum- limits on taxation (to counter "tax shelters") will bring money to Albania itself!
Remember, Jared is a shrewd businessman (all too familiar with tying up issues via extended legal obstructions & via courts of choice) who historically won't give a single penny to Albania beyond what's demanded and successfully enforced by Albanians!
The tragedy of the commons continues…😥