Monaco has confirmed a significant change in its political leadership, with Philippe Mettoux set to take over as Minister of State on 4 July 2025. The appointment, made by His Serene Highness Prince Albert II, signals a clear pivot toward reinforcing legal and institutional depth at the helm of the Principality’s executive branch.
Mettoux, a distinguished jurist currently serving on France’s Council of State, brings with him decades of high-level experience in both the judicial and administrative spheres. His early career saw him serve as a public prosecutor across various French courts before moving into influential roles at the Ministry of Justice. There, he contributed to major reforms within the Directorate of Criminal Affairs and Pardons and played a key role in the Central Service for the Prevention of Corruption.
His trajectory continued upward with advisory positions to notable ministers including Dominique Perben at the Chancellery and Dominique de Villepin at the Interior Ministry. In 2013, Mettoux transitioned to the corporate side, joining France’s national railway operator SNCF as Legal and Compliance Director and later serving as its internal mediator—experience that bolsters his credentials in managing the intersection of public governance and corporate regulation.
His appointment ends the interim tenure of Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, who has steered Monaco’s executive affairs with poise since stepping in six months ago. Berro-Amadeï, who simultaneously retained her responsibilities as Government Counsellor for Foreign Relations and Cooperation, was widely praised for maintaining governmental stability during the transitional period. HSH Prince Albert extended his personal thanks to her for her dedication and effectiveness in managing state affairs under a dual mandate.
As Mettoux prepares to assume office, his arrival is seen as a strategic choice for Monaco—a principality increasingly engaged in international diplomacy, financial transparency, and regulatory modernisation. With legal rigour and cross-sector experience, he is expected to guide Monaco through the evolving challenges of 21st-century governance while upholding the Principality’s unique traditions and global partnerships.
