Thousands of protesters in Albania are demonstrating against a $1.6 billion [1] luxury resort project linked to the Trump family on the country's west coast.

The demonstrations, known as the "Flamingo Revolution," highlight a growing conflict between foreign investment and environmental preservation. Activists said the project prioritizes wealthy international investors over the protection of local ecosystems and community interests.

The planned development is situated on the Narta coastal wetlands along the Adriatic coast [2]. This region is an ecologically sensitive area that provides a critical habitat for seals, sea turtles, and flamingos [2]. Environmentalists said the construction of the resort threatens these fragile wildlife populations.

Major demonstrations took place on June 5 and June 8 [3, 4]. The protests have drawn support from environmental activists and local designers who oppose the government's land-use decisions.

The project is tied to Jared Kushner, with some reports also linking Ivanka Trump to the development [1, 4]. Prime Minister Edi Rama said he will move forward with the resort despite the public outcry [4].

Protesters said the government is showing favoritism toward foreign capital at the expense of the environment [5]. The scale of the opposition has grown as thousands [1] of citizens have joined the marches to demand the protection of the Narta wetlands.

“The 'Flamingo Revolution' protests against a $1.6 billion luxury resort development.”

The conflict underscores a tension common in emerging tourism markets where high-value foreign direct investment clashes with environmental conservation goals. By linking the project to prominent U.S. political figures, the 'Flamingo Revolution' has transformed a local land-use dispute into a broader critique of government transparency and the influence of global wealth on national policy.