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Celebrate the festive season with Monaco’s traders
As the festive season approaches, the Principality’s traders are inviting visitors to discover the magic of Christmas by exploring the lively streets of La Condamine, the historic lanes of Monaco-Ville, the iconic Boulevard de Moulins and the Larvotto beach resort.The traders have some magical events and surprises i...
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Prince’s Government taking action on cybercrime
The Action on Cybercrime public interest group (GIP ACYMA), represented by Director General Jérôme Notin, and the Monaco Cyber Security Agency (AMSN), represented by Director Frédéric Fautrier, signed a cybercrime cooperation programme on 14 November 2024. The programme, aimed at individuals and businesses, includes...
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The first Handipact and Innovation Day was a huge success
On 3 December, the Principality of Monaco hosted the first Handipact Day to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The day was organised by the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs and was attended by H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince.This first-ever event, based on the theme of ‘Innovation for disabili...
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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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Monaco renews its investment to save iconic marine species
Monaco welcomed the Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Specialist Group (SPS SG) of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) from 25 to 28 November 2024. This international network of scientists is dedicated to the conservation of these vulnerable marine species, often threatened by habitat destruct...
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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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