Albania Defends €4 Million Kanye West Concert Amid Public Backlash | APT

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has defended the government's €4 million contribution to an upcoming Kanye West concert, arguing the event will deliver a major economic boost despite widespread criticism. Speaking ahead of the July 11 concert near Tirana, Rama said the state stepped in with limited funding for what he described as a privately organised event, insisting it could generate around €100 million in economic activity through tourism, hospitality and local businesses. The decision has sparked fierce backlash, with critics questioning the use of public money for a performance by Kanye West, who has faced widespread controversy over antisemitic remarks and praise for Adolf Hitler. The concert has also added fuel to ongoing anti-government protests in Albania, where demonstrators are accusing the government of corruption and opposing several high-profile development projects. #KanyeWest #Albania #EdiRama #Politics #WorldNews # Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @apt_news