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Monaco participates in 128th Council of Europe Ministerial Session
H.E. Mr Rémi Mortier, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Principality of Monaco to the Council of Europe, accompanied by his deputy, represented the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation at the 128th Council of Europe Ministerial Session, held on 17 and 18 May in Helsingør (Elsinore),...
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End of the 2017/2018 Season at the Princess Grace Theatre
Yesterday evening, the Princess Grace Theatre's 2017/2018 season came to a close with "Les fous ne sont plus ce qu'ils étaient" ("Fools Aren't What They Were"), a show created and performed by Elliot Jenicot of the Comédie-Française, based on texts by Raymond Devos.This season, which offered a wi...
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The Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation Presents the Selection of Works Shortlisted for the "High School Students' Favourite Choice" 2018
The jury for the "High School Students' Favourite Choice" 2018, comprised of Year 11 highschool students from the Lycée Albert I, Monaco's Vocational and Catering School (Lycée Technique et Hôtelier de Monaco) and the Lycée FANB, met this Thursday to draw up the list of works selected for the "High Sc...
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Palace Guards Orchestra in Orléans
The Orchestra of the Palace Guards of H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince recently took part in the 589th Joan of Arc Festival, which was held from 29 April to 8 May in Orléans and was attended by French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe.The city of Orléans hosts an 11-day annual festival to commemorate Joan of Arc, the heroi...
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The DTC's Promotional Tour in Brazil and Argentina
From 14 to 24 April, a delegation from Monaco Tourist and Convention Authority (DTC), accompanied by several Monegasque touristic partners, travelled to Brazil (Belo Horizonte, Riode Janeiro, Sao Paolo and Porto Allegre) and Argentina (Buenos Aires).The Monegasque delegation was led by Corinne Kiabski, the DTC's Com...
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SBM Offshore - 5th Life Day, in Partnership with the Mission for Energy Transition
On Tuesday 15 May, the staff of SBM Offshore were invited to take part in the company's 5th LifeDay. The idea was to organise a day centred on themes relating to safety, health, the environment, the well-being of employees, and sustainable development. From 10.00 a.m. to4.30p.m., staff members were able to take part...
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International Maritime Organization (IMO) - Accession by Monaco to the 1997 Protocol amending the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
On 14 May 2018, Ms. Isabelle Rosabrunetto, Permanent Representative of Monaco to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), submitted the Instruments of Accession to the 1997 Protocol amending the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, known as the MARPOL 73/78 Convention, to the Se...
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Conserving Bird Populations: The Department of the Environment Installs Nesting Boxes in Town
To shelter in winter and nest in spring, many species of birds occupy cavities - hollow trees or gaps on a facade or under a roof. In an urbanised context, such as the Monegasque territory, where this type of shelter is becoming rarer, the Department of the Environment is installing artificial nesting boxes. The aim...
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Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation Paris - Tuesday 15 May 2018
The Literary Council of the Prince Pierre of Monaco Foundation met at La Dame de Pic restaurant in Paris to draw up a shortlist of authors for the Literary Prize, which recognises a renowned French-speaking writer for the whole of his or her work.The jury selected:René de CeccattyAnnie ErnauxLinda LeTobie NathanMaur...
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Signature of a Bi-annual Cooperation Agreement between Monaco and the Council of Europe
On Wednesday 9 May, H.E. Mr. Rémi Mortier, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Principality of Monaco to the Council of Europe, and Ms. Gabriella Battaini-Dragoni, Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe, signed a bi-annual co-operation agreement between Monaco and the Organisation.Through this agr...
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The Department of the Environment Takes Part in the 5th Meeting of the Working Group on the Paris Agreement in Bonn
The Department of the Environment is taking part in the 5th meeting of the working group on the Paris Agreement, the first stage of a crucial year in combating climate change. The aim of the meeting is to develop rules for the implementation of the Agreement, which must be finalised for consideration and adoption by...
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.S.H. the Sovereign Prince pays working visit to Ottawa, Canada
H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the first time at the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa on Monday 7 May 2018 during a visit to Canada’s capital.The Prince and the Prime Minister, who share an interest in environmental issues, discussed the commitments made as part of the Paris...
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Removal of vehicles causing an obstruction during the Monaco Historic Grand Prix
The Police Department, which is responsible for managing the impounding of vehicles, would like to inform road users that during the 11th Monaco Historic Grand Prix, a specialist service will be in operation from 7 am on Friday 11 May until 9 am on Monday 14 May.In order to ensure that the event is able to run smoot...
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Monaco Informatique Service is Awarded the Information Systems Security Audit Service Provider (PASSI) Qualification
Dominique Riban, Director of the Monegasque Cyber Security Agency (AMSN), has just awarded the Information Systems Security Audit Service Provider (PASSI) diploma to Anthony Boira, Director of Monaco Informatique Service (MIS), in the presence of Serge Telle, Minister of State, Patrice Cellario, Minister of Interior...
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New Premises for Two Offices of the Department of Social Welfare and Social Services
Following their move to new premises, since Monday 7 May, the Children and Families Office, which was previously situated in the San Sebastian and Les Cèdres buildings, and the Social Inclusion and Disability Office, previously located at the Louis II Stadium, are now grouped together on the same site as their Depar...
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Grants to study hospitality in Bamako
Eight young Malians from SOS Villages d’Enfants Mali recently earned a professional qualification in the hospitality industry thanks to study grants awarded by Monaco’s Official Development Assistance.
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The National Council Makes a Commitment to Energy Transition
Today, Stéphane Valeri, President of the National Council, signed the Charter of Commitment to the National Pact on Energy Transition on behalf of the High Assembly of the Principality and in the presence of Marie-Pierre Gramaglia, Minister of Public Works, the Environment and Urban Development. The aim for the Inst...
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Information Meeting on the Implementation of the New EU Regulation on Personal Data Protection
On the initiative of the Prince's Government, an information day on the implementation of the EU's new regulation on the protection of personal data was held today. Meetings were held for representatives of the main Monegasque economic players in the private sector, followed by meetings for representatives of the pu...
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4th Monaco International Rose Competition - A Success for Japan
The 4th Monaco International Rose Competition was held today at the Princess Grace Rose Garden.The event was organised by the Prince's Government and the Association of Friends of the Princess Grace Rose Garden. Seventy-eight new rose varieties were assessed by an International Jury, and then by an Amateurs' Jury. T...
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New Director of Princess Grace Hospital appointed
Patrick Bini, Director of Princess Grace Hospital, is to retire. He will step down from his post on 30 June 2018.To succeed him, the Prince’s Government has selected Benoîte de Sevelinges, who is currently Deputy Director at the hospital.Benoîte de Sevelinges is a Monegasque national. She graduated from the Institut...
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