POLITICS

Summary: Monaco presented its policies on combating racial discrimination to the UN Committee for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, detailing measures taken and support provided to victims of discrimination. Full Story: Monaco recently appeared before the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) to discuss its policies on combatting racial discrimination. The […]

Summary: Monaco participated in the OECD Global Forum to discuss international tax transparency with representatives from over 110 jurisdictions. Full Story: A Monegasque delegation recently attended the 17th Plenary Meeting of the OECD Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes in Asuncion, Paraguay. The meeting aimed to foster global tax transparency

Summary: Monaco has adopted a new law on personal data protection aligning with European standards, introducing measures such as the creation of a data protection authority and stricter regulations on criminal data. Full Story: Monaco has recently adopted a new law on data protection, aligning the nation with the highest European standards, including the General

Summary: Lionel Beffre, Government Minister of Monaco, presents his budget. Full Story: Monaco’s Government Advisor-Minister Lionel Beffre recently presented his ‘report’ to a group of journalists alongside officials from the Department of the Interior. The purpose of the presentation was to provide an overview of the government’s activities and accomplishments. While the specifics of the

Summary: Monaco increases security measures for the festive season under new Interior Minister, prioritizing peace and order during this busy period. Full Story: Monaco’s government has implemented an enhanced security plan to ensure the safety of residents and visitors during the festive season. Lionel Beffre, the newly appointed Minister of the Interior, emphasized the importance

Summary: The Monegasque government is seeking to overturn a €136 million penalty by filing a legal request alleging fraud in relation to the Esplanade des Pêcheurs development project. Full Story: The Monegasque government has filed a request with the Supreme Court to challenge a €136 million financial penalty related to the Esplanade des Pêcheurs development

Summary: Monaco has introduced a new law on data protection. Full Story: The Principality of Monaco has recently passed its data protection law with the approval of bill 1.054. This marks an important step in ensuring the safeguarding of personal data in Monaco. The law aims to protect the privacy and rights of individuals by

Summary: A Monaco delegation participated in a global forum on transparency and tax cooperation, where the OECD presented progress made in the implementation of international standards for tax information exchange. Full Story: A delegation from Monaco recently participated in the 17th plenary meeting of the OECD Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for

Summary: Monaco has passed a new law to update its data protection legislation and comply with European standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation, in order to secure the use of personal data and enhance the attractiveness of its economy. Full Story: Monaco has updated its legislation on data protection to align with the highest

Summary: Monaco has renewed its support for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime’s Global Program against money laundering, crime products, and terrorist financing in Central African states. Full Story: Monaco has renewed its support for the Global Programme against Money Laundering, Organized Crime, and Terrorism Financing of the United Nations Office on Drugs