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Closure of Ports in Monaco Due to a Large Layer of Macro-Waste
The Department of Maritime Affairs (DAM) was alerted early this morning by a professional fisherman of Monaco of the widespread presence of macro-waste (tree trunks) in the Portier area.The DAM's anti-pollution vessel, the Vitamar, went to the site to assess the implications of this information and, if necessary, co...
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Presentation of Cheques to Partner Associations of Universal Children's Day
Following a lecture given by Ms. Renate Winter, International Judge and Vice-President of the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child, the donations collected during the months of October and November were presented to three associations that work to defend children's rights: "MISSION ENFANCE,&quo...
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Communication from the Public Prosecution Department
To avoid the spread of information based on rumours, the Public Prosecutor feels he should make public the following:When an information file was opened on the count of other allegations, distinct facts that could be indicative of corruption and influence peddling were discovered...
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Cooperation Mission in Lebanon
The department of International Cooperation made a visit to Lebanon from 7 to 10 November 2016 to strengthen institutional links with the Lebanese Government and monitor projects that are supported by the Prince's Government.During this mission, Emilie Larese-Silvestre, Programme Coordinator and Laetitia Vecchierini...
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The Principality Prepares to Take Part in the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November 2016
On 25 November 2016, the Principality is taking part in the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.This initiative, which is supported by the United Nations, will be an opportunity to present the main actions and measures implemented by the State and various charitable groups in the Principa...
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"No Time Left" Festival A Thousand of the World's Children are Members of the Jury
More than 1,000 children from Monaco, France and countries in which Monaco's Official Development Assistance intervenes are taking part as the jury this year at the "No Time Left" short film festival, which is supported by the Prince's Government.The "No Time Left" festival is part of a political...
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Tourist and Convention Authority conducts promotional tour in South Korea and Taiwan
From 7 to 11 November, the Tourist and Convention Authority held its first road shows in Seoul, South Korea and Taipei, Taiwan.Guy Antognelli, Deputy Director of the Authority, was accompanied on the tour by Benoît Badufle, Director of the South-East Asia and China Offices, and their respective teams. During the eve...
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Monaco Takes Part in the 2nd Ordinary Session of the Executive Board of the World Food Programme
From 14 to 17 November 2016, Monaco took part in the work of the 2ndSession of the Executive Board of the World Food Programme (WFP), which adopted its Strategic Plan for 2017-2021, which sets out programming by country, as well as its Financing Framework.
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Sixth Meeting of the Parties to ACCOBAMS and 20th Anniversary of the Signing of the Agreement
The sixth Meeting of the Parties to ACCOBAMS will take place from 22 to 25 November 2016 in Monaco. The aim of this triennial meeting is to adopt measures to improve knowledge of cetaceans, reduce threats from human activities and enhance understanding and techniques among the State parties, in addition to collabora...
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The Prince's Government Supports Victims of the Drought in Madagascar
The Prince's Government has responded to the urgent appeal from the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to provide food and nutritional assistance to the populations of Madagascar.In particular, the contribution from the Prince's Government will enable the WFP to intensify its programme to prevent and treat ac...
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