How plans for Trump International hotel in Belgrade unravelled
Summary
Plans to build a Trump International Hotel in Belgrade have been halted. The project faced issues because the proposed site is protected as cultural heritage, and the Serbian Culture Minister is on trial for trying to change this. Due to controversies, Jared Kushner's company withdrew from the project.Key Facts
- A Trump International Hotel was planned for Belgrade on a site known as the Generalstab, a bomb-damaged former defense ministry building.
- The Generalstab is listed as a cultural heritage site, making construction difficult without legal changes.
- Culture Minister Nikola Selakovic is on trial for allegedly trying to remove the heritage status through improper means.
- President Alexander Vucic has stated he would pardon Selakovic if convicted.
- Historical tensions exist between the US and Serbia, adding to opposition against the project.
- The project faced opposition from various groups in Serbia, including architects, veterans, and students.
- Jared Kushner's company, initially involved in the project, decided to withdraw due to the controversies surrounding it.
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