POLITICS

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

Summary: Monaco’s new Justice Secretary outlines his vision for the judicial system, focusing on reforms that include creating a financial section within the Public Prosecutor’s Office and prioritizing efficiency and fairness. Full Story: Samuel Vuelta Simon, Monaco’s new Secretary of State for Justice and Director of Judicial Services, recently outlined his vision for the Principality’s

Summary: Laurent Audibert takes over as head of the Condamine emergency center in Monaco, replacing Jean-Christophe Masotti. Full Story: On Monday, Adjudant Laurent Audibert took over as the head of the Condamine Fire Station in Monaco, succeeding Adjudant-chef Jean-Christophe Masotti. The transition in leadership at the fire station highlights the ongoing commitment of Monaco to

Summary: National Council of Monaco presents results of consultation highlighting Monegasques’ priorities for 2024. Full Story: The National Council of Monaco has released the findings of its September 2024 consultation, in which 2,768 Monegasques participated. This represents a record participation rate of 38%. The consultation, conducted with the assistance of BVA Xsight, aimed to gather

Summary: Monaco’s citizens are 80% in favor of legalizing abortion, prompting elected officials to propose a law on the matter. Full Story: In a recent consultation conducted by the National Council, the people of Monaco have shown overwhelming support for the legalization of abortion, with 80% of respondents in favor. This result has prompted the