WORDS OF WISDOM IN MONACO through their commitment , contribute to the fame and global attention that Monaco attracts .
During the reign of its Sovereign , Monaco has become a state which may be small geographically , but which is an important member of the community of nations . On the foundations laid by the late lamented Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace of Monaco , His Serene Highness Albert II , Sovereign Prince of Monaco , has , as an admirable statesman , been able to turn the Principality into a world capital for culture , art , health , education , business , new technology and sport .
Royal Egyptian flag and HM Queen Fadila of Egypt
The spectacular facilities and stunning hotels mean that meetings and summits can be held , even in this difficult time of the pandemic , during which the wise management of the Sovereign Prince has been extraordinary . Prince Albert II ’ s diplomacy has worked wonders during this challenging era . Moreover , global diplomatic links are flourishing , and this is an area in which the Sovereign has done a lot of work , notably with H . E . Mr Laurent Anselmi , when he was Minister of Foreign Affairs .
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation , with Mr Olivier Wenden , Vice-President and CEO , at its head , is doing some very important work , which bolsters — if there is even a need to do so — the international legitimacy and visibility of the Sovereign and of the Principality .
As for me , I have been living in the Principality for many years . I am happy here , living a quiet life surrounded by my family . Monaco ’ s social model is great for young people , women and the elderly . I am also an active member of several associations led by some incredible women and chaired by H . S . H . Princess Charlène of Monaco , H . R . H . the Princess of Hanover and H . S . H . Princess Stéphanie of Monaco , whose daughter , Ms Camille Gottlieb , has also become very active , playing a significant role in the youth section of the Monaco Red Cross .
HM Queen Fadila of Egypt in the gardens at the seaside in Monaco
What is lovely about Monaco is that the passing on of history is fundamental : this year , which marks the centenary of the death of His Serene Highness Albert I , Sovereign Prince of Monaco ( Prince Albert II ’ s great-great-grandfather ), we are commemorating the work and life of this remarkable statesman , explorer and oceanographer . I have also really enjoyed attending some wonderful talks in the Salle Garnier at the Casino de Monaco on “ Empress Eugenie , friend and neighbour of the Principality of
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