A Dutch member of the European Parliament has accused Albania’s government of attempting to bypass EU environmental regulations to push forward a high-profile luxury resort project, which has sparked escalating protests that have turned violent. Demonstrators, including many young people, have long opposed the development, with critics highlighting the prime minister’s broken promise to engage with their concerns after years of peaceful resistance. The controversy has drawn sharp criticism from EU lawmakers, who allege the government is using "sneaky" tactics to fast-track the controversial scheme. With tensions rising, the situation raises questions over whether Albania’s leadership will address public opposition or prioritize the project’s approval.
Dutch MEP says government is trying to avoid EU environmental rules as protests over luxury development turn violentMEPs have accused Albania of deploying “sneaky” practices to fast-track a proposed Trump-linked luxury resort in the country amid protests that have turned increasingly violent.As the prime minister, Edi Rama, pledged to “listen to the voices of young people” taking to the streets, there was mounting criticism of his failure to address demonstrators who had long opposed the controversial project peacefully. Continue reading...
