The new Head of Mission of Monaco to the European Union, HE Mr Frédéric Labarrere, has presented his credentials to Mrs Ursula Von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

During their very cordial meeting, the Ambassador and the President discussed the international geopolitical situation, the sanctions on Russia implemented by the European Union as well the management of the pandemic.

Mrs Ursula Von der Leyen and Ambassador Labarrere also spoke about the constructive spirit currently prevailing in the ongoing negotiations ahead of the signing of an Association Agreement between the Principality and the Union.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: Monaco Government Press Service