His Serene Highness Prince Albert II joined world leaders and royalty in Milan for the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, reaffirming Monaco’s strong presence within the global sporting movement…
Ahead of the opening ceremony, the Sovereign attended a reception for heads of state hosted by Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Palazzo Reale. The gathering brought together leading international figures, including Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, in a moment of diplomatic exchange on the eve of the Games.
Later the same day, HSH Prince Albert II took his place among distinguished guests at San Siro Stadium for the official opening ceremony. Among those present were King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess Anne and Sir Timothy Laurence, and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, underlining the significance of the event on the international stage.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics mark a new chapter for the Olympic movement, with the Games designed in line with the reforms of the Olympic Agenda 2020, emphasising sustainability, legacy and innovation. Monaco’s continued engagement reflects the Principality’s longstanding commitment to sport as a vehicle for diplomacy, cooperation and global dialogue.
HSH Prince Albert II’s presence in Milan also highlighted his ongoing role within the Olympic family and his dedication to promoting the values of excellence, respect and unity that underpin the Olympic spirit.
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