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The Department of Health Affairs Calls for Vigilance with Regard to the Tiger Mosquito, an Insect that Carries Several Communicable Diseases
The mosquito Aedes albopictus, commonly known as the tiger mosquito, arrived in Menton in 2004 and has since colonised the Alpes-Maritimes and the Principality of Monaco. This mosquito can be the vector of viral diseases such as Chikungunya, Dengue and Zika.How to recognise a tiger mosquitoThe tiger mosquito is less...
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Fleet of electric taxis to be introduced for summer season
At the initiative of the Prince’s Government, a fleet of 20 electric taxis will be introduced during the week beginning 1 July for a test period lasting until 31 October.These 100%-electric vehicles will carry out journeys within Monaco only, although they will serve the Monte-Carlo Beach, Monte-Carlo Country Club a...
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Publication of Monaco in Figures 2019
The 2019 edition of Monaco in Figures, the annual statistical compendium published by Monaco Statistics (IMSEE), is released today.Based on data collected, processed and analysed by Monaco Statistics throughout the year, the compendium is divided into broad topic areas and aims to present the statistics that are mos...
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Monaco–Lebanon: bonds of friendship strengthened
A Monegasque delegation,* led by Isabella Rosabrunetto, Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, visited Lebanon from 18 to 22 June 2019 to discuss the partnerships supported by Monaco’s Official Development Assistance in the fields of health, education and socio-economic inclusion of the...
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The "Monaco Sunday Experience 2019" - Launch of the Summer Sunday Trading Initiative
The Prince's Government is launching the "Monaco Sunday Experience," an annual initiative that is an opportunity to offer the various customers who are in Monaco during this period a comprehensive and varied range of services, including shopping, well-being, gastronomy and culture.Traders in the Principali...
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Sport and the return of hot weather: how to exercise in a heatwave
As we approach a period of very hot weather, the Department of Health Affairs is keen to raise public awareness in the Principality about the associated health risks.These risks include heatstroke and dehydration, and can vary depending on your age and the activity or sport you engage in. When the mercury hits 30 de...
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The Monaco Cyber Security Agency (AMSN) Attends the 31st Annual Meeting of the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST) and the 14th NatCSIRT Meeting
The AMSN was represented at the FIRST's 31st Annual Meeting by Frédéric Fautrier, Deputy Director of the AMSN, and Bruno Valentin, Head of the Incident Response Team (CERT-MC). This event took place in Edinburgh from 16 to 21 June and brought together 1,110 participants from 83 countries.The representatives of the A...
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Archives of "monaco en chiffres"
Monaco Statistics publishes several reports, including "monaco en chiffres", which contains all available data on socio-economic life in Monaco. Each new edition of the brochure includes the figures of the previous year.Monaco Statistics provides free and open access online to the "monaco en chiffres&...
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Presentation of the New Season of the Princess Grace Theatre
The Princess Grace Theatre (TPG) has just presented its programme for the 2019-2020 season. Twenty-nine dates are scheduled.Among those topping the bill, whom the TPG's audience will be able to see at the performances, are Lambert Wilson, Michèle Laroque, François Berléand, CatherineHiegel, Christian Vadim, Romane B...
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You and your medication during a heatwave
1. What are the risks associated with hot weather?Exposure to extreme heat is harmful to the human body. The most severe complications include dehydration, heatstroke or causing an existing condition to deteriorate.2. What happens to our bodies in hot weather?When it’s hot, our bodies do everything they can to adapt...
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Françoise Gamerdinger Takes Over as Director of the Department of Cultural Affairs
Françoise Gamerdinger, who was appointed by Sovereign Order No. 7.517 of 17 June 2019, has become the new Director of Cultural Affairs. She is the first woman to hold this post.She holds a DEA postgraduate degree and a Capes de Lettres teaching certificate, as well as a Bachelor's degree in the teaching of Latin, an...
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Monaco Takes Part in the 9th Session of the International Committee of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation
H.E. Ms. Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Ambassador of Monaco to Poland, accompanied by Anne Fantini, Counsellor, took part in the 9th session of the International Committee of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation, held on 18 June 2019 at Auschwitz.This meeting, which is usually scheduled for the autumn in Warsaw, was held this...
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Postponement of the National Brevet Diploma (Diplôme National du Brevet) Examinations
The Prince's Government informs Year 10 (3ème) pupils and their parents that the National Brevet Diploma (Diplôme National du Brevet) examinations will take place on Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 July 2019 instead of Thursday 27 and Friday 28 June 2019.The order of the examinations remains unchanged.Pupils and teachers wil...
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The 2nd Meeting of Historical Sites of the Grimaldis of Monaco is a Great Success
On 22 and 23 June, the 2nd Meeting of Historical Sites of the Grimaldis of Monaco was held in the Place du Palais. This year's guests were the Pays de Matignon, the Duchy of Valentinois, the town of Roquebrune Cap Martin and the municipality of Dolceacqua, Italy, which were represented by more than 800 people.In the...
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Presentation of the First Monaco History Workbook
In the presence of H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince, Mr. Patrice Cellario, Minister of Interior, and numerous dignitaries, Ms. Isabelle Bonnal, Director of Education, Youth and Sport, recently presented the first volume of the Monaco History Workbook, entitled "Monaco, My History."This booklet, developed for Ye...
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Heat Waves Can Endanger Our Health
As it does every year at the start of hot weather, the Department of Health Affairs is implementing an information and prevention scheme to raise awareness of the risks of extreme heat.Exposure to extreme heat is stressful for the body. The most serious complications are the risks of dehydration and heat stroke. 1...
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Creation of the Monaco Luxury Sector Security Committee
On Tuesday 18 June 2019, a conference was held in the Auditorium of Monaco's Vocational and Catering School (Lycée Technique et Hôtelier de Monaco), which focused on the partnership between professionals in the luxury sector, more specifically specialists in the watchmaking, jewellery retailing and jewellery-making...
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Information Campaign : Reducing Your Alcohol Consumption Means Reducing Risks to Your Health
Once again, the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs wishes to raise public awareness of the dangers associated with alcohol consumption.Contrary to popular belief, even low alcohol consumption can have health risks - various types of cancer, brain haemorrhages, hypertension, etc. Excessive alcohol consumption is o...
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Reading Marathon - Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation
The Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation has just launched its Reading Marathon, held in connection with the Literary Prizes. This event will enable lovers of contemporary literature to familiarise themselves with the authors shortlisted by the Literary Council for the 2019 Literary Prize and Discovery Grant.At its me...
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5G Arrives in Monaco - What You Need to Know …
On 30 April, with the launch of the #ExtendedMonaco programme, the Prince's Government set the tone for Monaco's ambition in a digital world.The 5G network, the first pillar of this "Smart Principality," will be activated in July in the Principality, with the implementation of fibre optic and the introduct...
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