Monaco celebrates H.S.H. Prince Albert II’s commitment to the values of sport at the United Nations

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On Friday 14 March, the Permanent Representation of Monaco to the United Nations held its annual reception in honour of H.S.H. Prince Albert II’s birthday.

Focused on sport as a vector for sustainable development, the event was hosted at the United Nations’ headquarters in New York and attended by ambassadors and senior UN representatives. Monaco has been named the World Sports Capital for 2025.

The Permanent Delegation paid tribute to H.S.H. Prince Albert II’s personal commitment to sports by exhibiting a series of 12 photos that reflect his commitment to sporting values.

Ms Isabelle Picco, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Monaco to the United Nations, delivered a speech in which she underscored the importance of the values promoted in sports. Now more than ever, solidarity, perseverance, inclusion and respect are essential in the conduct of international relations.