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Award of Medals of the Sovereign Order of Malta
The ceremony to award the Knightly Orders pro Merito Melitensi of the Sovereign Order of Malta was held on 2 December 2024.H.E. Mr Alberto Di Luca, Ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Monaco, after mentioning the long-standing ties between the Principality and the Order, awarded the Knightly Order pro Meri...
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United Nations: Monaco reviewed by the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
On 28-29 November, the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) of the United Nations reviewed Monaco’s policies on racial discrimination, based on a report submitted by the Principality on the implementation of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination...
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Monaco Private Label further promotes the attractiveness of the Principality in Singapore
At events organised by the Prince Albert II Foundation of Monaco in Singapore from 26 to 28 November and attended by His Serene Highness the Sovereign Prince, Monaco Private Label (MPL) achieved several strategic objectives aimed at enhancing the appeal of the Principality, including: - establishing new ties with in...
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Monegasque delegation in Asunción (Paraguay) for 17th plenary meeting of OECD Global Forum
A Monegasque delegation took part in the 17th plenary meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes from 25 to 29 November. This international event brought together representatives from more than 110 jurisdictio...
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Fermeture du bureau de Poste du Grimaldi Forum
La Poste Monaco would like to inform its customers that the Grimaldi Forum post office will be closed in the afternoon from Monday 2 December 2024 until Sunday 5 January 2025 included.The office is open to customers from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm from Monday to Friday.During this period, mail collection will be transferre...
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Monaco adopts personal data protection legislation in line with the highest European standards
With the adoption of Act No. 1.054 on the protection of personal data, Monaco has modernized its legislation to comply with the highest European standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation, the Law Enforcement Directive and the Council of Europe Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regar...
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IAEA – Principality of Monaco attends Conference on Nuclear Science, Technology and Applications
A Monegasque delegation[i] led by Ms Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, visited Vienna from 25 to 27 November 2024 to take part in the work of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Science, Technology and Applications and the Technical Coope...
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Monaco renews support for UNODC Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and Financing of Terrorism
On 26 November 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation Ms Isabelle Berro-Amadeï signed an agreement to work with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) to support the Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and the Financing of Terrorism (GPML).The Principality’s funding...
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Department of Cultural Affairs - Baroque music concerts - 3 and 5 December 2024
The Department of Cultural Affairs is hosting a baroque music event in early December. On 3 December, the La Sportelle ensemble will play at Sacré-Cœur Church, and on 5 December, the Concerto Soave ensemble will play at the Chapel of Mercy.The La Sportelle ensemble will perform its ‘Mater Ecclesia’ programme of choi...
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2025 Open Mic event at Fort Antoine - Fort Talents - Call for participants for the Organising Committee
The Department of Cultural Affairs is offering young people in the Principality the opportunity to help organise the third Open Mic event at Fort Antoine for artists between the ages of 18 and 30.1- What is Fort Talents?An open mic event for young artists aged 18 to 30, hosted by Monaco’s Department of Cultural Affa...
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Launch of the first HANDIPACT Day dedicated to innovation for disability
Celebrated annually since 1992 at the initiative of the United Nations, 3 December is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.The Prince’s Government, under the initiative of the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs, is acting in cooperation with public figures, partners and non-profits to lead and promo...
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MONACOPHIL 2024 : A philatelic appointment not to be missed
The international philatelic exhibition MonacoPhil 2024, under the high patronage of HSH Prince Albert II, will take place in Monaco from Thursday 5 to Saturday 7 December 2024.New for 2024: two exhibition sites!The Museum of Stamps and Coins on the Terrasses de Fontvieille will host the exhibition of philatelic ico...
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The Minister of State meets with stakeholders working to protect women’s rights
To mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Minister of State held a working meeting with members of the Government, administrative services, charities and civil society involved in assisting women who are victims of violence. The meeting was an opportunity for stakeholders and leade...
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Transfer of command at La Condamine Emergency Response Centre
A military ceremony, led by Lieutenant-Colonel Maxime Yvrard, took place at La Condamine Fire Station on Monday 25 November. The event, attended by the Minister of the Interior Lionel Beffre, Director General of the Minister of the Interior Christophe Prat and Supreme Commander of the Military Force Colonel Tony Var...
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The Government launches work to make Monaco Cemetery more accessible
The Government, together with Monaco City Hall, is committed to making Monaco Cemetery more accessible to all visitors. In mid-December, work will be launched to build a new covered 30-car car park. The project, which will take approximately one year and a half, aims to improve access for everyone who comes to the c...
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Monaco Beking 2024: traffic changes
The Principality will host the fourth annual Beking cycling race on Sunday 24 November at Port Hercule. It is a festive event that brings together professional racers based in Monaco, amateurs and families to promote cycling and support charitable associations (See https://bekingevents.com/ for detailed information)...
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A Digital Book Addressing Invisible Violence to be Launched Ahead of 25 November Campaign
The Committee to Promote and Safeguard Women's Rights is launching its new campaign to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, which takes place on 25 November. This initiative is designed to cast a spotlight on invisible violence and raise awareness of the help that is available in...
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Monaco Participates in the 29th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 29) in Baku
Ms Céline Caron-Dagioni, Minister of Public Works, the Environment and Urban Development, travelled to Baku (Azerbaijan) from 18 to 20 November 2024 to attend the Ministerial Meetings of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 29).At the top...
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Monaco Boost – Open doors day
As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, start-up incubator Monaco Boost will open its doors to the public on Thursday 21 and Friday 22 November 2024. The goal? To showcase entrepreneurship!Thursday is reserved for students and recent graduates of the Principality, who can visit the facilities and speak with Monaco...
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UN resolution on sport, presented by Monaco and Qatar, adopted unanimously
A resolution entitled ‘Sport as an Enabler of Sustainable Development’ was adopted without a vote by the UN General Assembly on 12 November 2024, following negotiations led by the Permanent Missions of Monaco and Qatar, who co-chair the Group of Friends of Sport for Sustainable Development.The resolution reaffirms t...
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