Evening Update Thursday 12th September 2024

NEWS
French Politics - Bruno Le Maire, outgoing Minister of Economy, has delivered a farewell speech, reflecting on his seven years in office and criticizing those opposed to austerity. Meanwhile, Michel Barnier is forming a new government, with opposition from the far-right RN party, which rejects any tax increases. The Socialist Party, led by François Hollande, excludes joining the government, and President Macron visited Le Havre to mark the city's liberation from Nazi occupation.

H.S.H. Prince Albert II Visits Tuscany - H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco will visit Tuscany between the 14-15th of September, for a cultural and memorial trip. On 14th of September, he will visit the La Verna Sanctuary, honouring Saint Francis of Assisi and commemorating Princess Grace’s 1968 pilgrimage. On the 15th of September, he will visit "Rondine Cittadella della Pace," an organization focused on peacebuilding and conflict resolution through education, where he will meet students and support their global peace initiatives.

Anti-Corruption Meeting in Monaco - The Monaco government, led by the Minister of State, has held a meeting with anti-corruption experts Marc Segonds and Gilles Duteil to develop measures addressing corruption. Following a July 2024 GRECO report, the session focused on implementing concrete actions to meet GRECO’s recommendations, while respecting Monaco’s institutions. A separate session was also held for senior government officials.