Episode

The Flamingo Revolution in Albania

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Seriously Balkans - The BiEPAG Talks
Published
Jun 18, 2026
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Summary

The episode discusses the mass protests in Albania against the development of Sazan Island and the cost in Southern Albania by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Since, the protest movement has turned to demand the resignation of the Prime Minister Edi Rama and the opposition leader Sali Berisha. It explores the causes, the Prime Minister's response, and the potential role of the EU. Quickly, the movement has become the largest civic protest in Albania in decades, reflecting a broader dissatisfaction the dominant political and economic system.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.