Key facts
- The European Commission has warned Albania to act without delay on a coastal development project.
- The project is linked to Jared Kushner, former President Trump's son-in-law.
- Concerns exist that the development may breach EU environmental standards.
- Albania has been urged to avoid actions that could jeopardize its EU accession bid.
The European Commission has issued a stern warning to Albania, urging the country to "act without delay" concerning a large coastal development project. A spokesperson for the Commission stated that Tirana must "refrain from actions that could undermine" its ongoing bid to join the European Union.
The concerns stem from the development's alleged breach of EU environmental standards. The project is reportedly linked to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of President Donald Trump.