Dua Lipa Backs Albanian Protests over Trump-Linked Resort
The singer said the daily demonstrations highlight concerns over environmental protections and government transparency as opposition grows to the planned development.
- On Tuesday, British singer Dua Lipa called the ongoing protest movement in Albania "inspiring" during a podcast appearance, as demonstrations against a resort project linked to President Donald Trump's family continue to rattle the government in Tirana.
- Demonstrations began in late May after fencing and construction equipment appeared on a protected coastal nature reserve, sparking public anger over a luxury hotel project involving Ivanka and Jared Kushner.
- The 30-year-old singer, who is of Kosovan-Albanian descent, criticized the government for changing environmental laws without public consultation, stating the situation reveals a structural need to rebuild "in a way that supports the people."
- Local environmental activist Besjana Guri welcomed the comments, telling AFP that the musician's support sends a "powerful message" to the Albanian government regarding the development approval process.
- Opposition to the development has evolved into a broader flashpoint for systemic corruption concerns, with protesters now demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama to address the national crisis.
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Dua Lipa fights against the Trump-Kushner luxury resort on a protected island of Albania. She criticizes the lack of environmental protection by the government.
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The British singer, who also has Albanian nationality, has taken a stand in favour of the inhabitants who contest the vast tourist project carried by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner on the Albanian coast.
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