An article published by El País on June 20, 2026, reports that demonstrations in Albania have brought scrutiny to two large-scale projects being promoted by Jared Kushner in the country. The US president's family has simultaneously accumulated other investments and faced various controversies elsewhere on the continent.
Albanian developments
The source states that these specific projects involve an uninhabited island and a peninsula featuring beaches described as having "exceptional beauty." These sites are characterized in reports as a paradisiacal, largely undeveloped tract of land. The strategy relies on cooperation from local authorities and billionaire investors.
Protests
Demonstrations against the developments have occurred over the past two weeks leading up to June 20, 2026. Locally, these protests are referred to as the "flamingo revolution." The demonstrations confront Jared Kushner and his partners regarding their involvement in Albanian tourism projects.
A specific demonstration against the megaprojects took place in Tirana on June 12. A photo caption attributed to Reuters photographer Florion Goga documents a protester at this event.
Impact and pressure
The protests have cast doubt on the future of luxury tourism developments tied to the Trump family, which are valued at more than €4 billion. The reported pressure from these events is directed at Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama.
National context
Albania has a population described as under three million people in the source text. While all eyes have turned to Albania, reports indicate it has by no means been the only destination attracting attention from US President Donald Trump's family.