Business & Finance
Prince Albert II receives Council of Europe Secretary General ahead of Monaco’s historic presidency
Prince Albert II has received Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset at the Prince’s Palace, ahead of Monaco assuming the presidency of the Committee of Ministers for the first time since joining the organisation in 2004.
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Far-right sweeps Nice and Menton as Alpes-Maritimes municipal elections reshape political landscape
The second round of municipal elections in the Alpes-Maritimes on Sunday 22nd March delivered a significant shift to the far right across the department, with Éric Ciotti winning the mayoralty of...
Finance sector now dominates Monaco’s tax base, annual audit report reveals
Corporate tax receipts reached €334.4 million in 2024 — a rise of 43.7% on the previous year and a level not seen in a decade, the annual audit report reveals.
Retiring at 57: Monaco’s early retirement culture puts growing pressure on state pension system
Monaco’s generous retirement system is facing renewed scrutiny after the Principality’s latest public accounts report highlighted structural imbalances and long-term sustainability concerns.
Monaco tourism posts strong 2025 results as new global campaign prepares to launch
Monaco's tourism sector closed 2025 with growth across its key hotel indicators, despite what organisers described as a particularly uncertain international context
Monaco fire brigade welcomes French civil protection commander
The Monaco Fire Brigade received a high-ranking French military official on Tuesday, as General Pierre de Villeneuve, commander of the French Civil Security Military Brigade (BMSC), paid an official...
Monaco’s outstanding tax bill hits €291 million, figures reveal
€291 million in unpaid taxes and eight years of rising rent arrears — Monaco's annual audit lays bare the Principality's collection challenge.
