Vjosa-Narta

The Vjosa-Narta Protected Landscape in Albania is currently at the center of controversy due to a planned luxury coastal resort development. This project, linked to figures such as Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, aims to boost Albania's global tourism profile. However, it has sparked significant protests from thousands of Albanians and strong opposition from environmental organizations. Critics are raising serious concerns about the potential threats to the area's biodiversity and natural environment. Despite these environmental alarms, Albania's Prime Minister Edi Rama has publicly defended the project. The ongoing debate highlights a conflict between economic development goals, particularly in tourism, and the imperative of environmental conservation in a sensitive natural area.