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Monaco is preparing for its first presidency of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers, focusing on promoting values such as sports ethics, children’s rights, and the fight against violence against women.
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Monaco is preparing for its first presidency of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers. In May 2026, the Principality will assume this six-month mandate, marking a significant moment in its diplomatic history. During its presidency, Monaco will focus on promoting key values, including sports ethics, the protection of children’s rights, and the fight against violence against women. The first meeting of the steering committee responsible for organizing Monaco’s presidency, known as COPIL, took place to define priorities and logistics for the next six months. Monaco will host various important meetings and events, providing unprecedented international visibility. This presidency will offer an opportunity to highlight the principles that Monaco shares with the Council of Europe, with a particular emphasis on social impact issues. The climax of the presidency will be the Conference of Ministers of Sport, which will be held in Monaco in November 2026, reinforcing the Principality’s role as a promoter of fundamental societal values. Assuming the presidency of the Committee of Ministers is a historic milestone for Monaco, enabling it to engage in political and strategic discussions in Europe for six months. The Principality reaffirms its commitment to international cooperation, strengthening its role within the Council of Europe and promoting diplomacy based on rights, ethics, and inclusion.
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