Monaco welcomed around 60 parliamentarians from across Europeon Friday May 22, as the Standing Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe met in the Principality as part of Monaco’s six-month presidency of the Committee of Ministers…
The gathering followed a reception at the Prince’s Palace attended by His Serene Highness Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, alongside senior Council of Europe officials, including Parliamentary Assembly President Theodoros Rousopoulos, Secretary General Alain Berset and National Council President Thomas Brezzo.
Meetings were held at the Méridien Beach Plaza, where delegates from the organisation’s 46 member states discussed major European issues including parliamentary cooperation, the protection of journalism in conflict zones and the challenges facing democratic institutions.
Speaking during the event, Thomas Brezzo underlined the importance of allowing European parliamentarians to better understand Monaco’s unique realities as a densely populated two-square-kilometre state.
Princess Charlene also took part in a working breakfast with the Women@PACE network of female parliamentarians. According to Béatrice Fresko-Rolfo, head of Monaco’s delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly, the Princess spoke about her foundation’s work to prevent drowning, as well as the role of sport in promoting respect, unity and social values.
The meetings concluded with a roundtable discussion focused on youth and artificial intelligence, with Monaco’s Junior National Councillors taking part in the debate.
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