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  Monaco
In 1191, Monaco was given to Genoa by the Emperor Henry VI, a donation confirmed by Frederic II in 1220 and 1241, and by the comte de Provence in 1262.
Monaco's sovereignty is thus recognized in a number of texts: by the duke of Savoy in 1489, by the Pope in 1524.
The territory of the principality of Monaco is unalienable.
www.heraldica.org /topics/national/monaco.htm   (8983 words)

  
 Monaco. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
Monaco has a 16th-century palace, a 19th-century cathedral in the Byzantine style, and a noted oceanographic museum, founded in 1910 by Prince Albert I. Auto racing is popular, and Monaco is home to both the Monte Carlo Rally and the Monaco Grand Prix.
In accordance with the 1962 constitution, Monaco is governed by the ruling prince (or princess), who is assisted by a minister of state (selected by the prince from three candidates nominated by France), a cabinet (the Council of the Crown), and the National Council, which is elected by universal suffrage every five years.
Monaco was under Spanish protection from 1542 to 1641, under French protection from 1641 to 1793, annexed to France in 1793, and under Sardinian protection from 1815 to 1861.
www.bartleby.com /65/mo/Monaco.html   (752 words)

  
 Monaco
The Principality of Monaco or Monaco (French: Principauté de Monaco or Monaco; Monegasque: Munegu or Principatu de Munegu) is a city state and the second-smallest country in the world, wedged in between the Mediterranean Sea and France along the French Riviera or Côte d'Azur (The Blue Coast).
Monaco was re-founded in 1215 as a colony of Genoa.
Monaco has been ruled by the House of Grimaldi since 1297, when François Grimaldi seized the fortress protecting the famous rock while dressed up as a Franciscan monk; the only exception to this was from 1789 to 1814, when Monaco was under French control.
www.visiteuropeonline.com /cities/monaco.htm   (2589 words)

  
 Politics of Monaco - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The politics of Monaco have traditionally been under the autocratic control of the Prince of Monaco, and from its founding the principality was a monarchy ruled by the House of Grimaldi; however, with the creation of a Constitution in 1911, the Prince relinquished his autocratic rule and the principality became a constitutional monarchy.
A first Constitution of Monaco was adopted in 1911 and a new one, awarded by Prince Rainier III on December 17, 1962, outlines legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government, which consist of several administrative offices and a number of councils.
The prince is advised by the Crown Council of Monaco.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Politics_of_Monaco   (464 words)

  
 Monaco
Monaco is divided into four sections: Monaco-Ville, the old city on a rocky promontory extending into the Mediterranean; La Condamine, the section along the port; Monte-Carlo, the principal residential and resort area; and Fontvieille, a newly constructed area reclaimed from the sea.
Monaco does not publish the figures for unemployment, but in 1998 the rate was estimated to be at 3.1%.
Monaco is noted for its activity in the field of marine sciences.
www.factmonster.com /country/profiles/monaco.html   (1318 words)

  
 The Institutions of the Principality of Monaco
The Principality of Monaco's government is defined by the Constitution of December 17, 1962 as an hereditary, constitutional monarchy.
The Crown Council is designated by the Prince and consists of 7 Monegasque members.
The National Council is composed of 18 members elected for 5 years by direct universal suffrage by members of the Monegasque population aged over 21 years.
www.monaco-montecarlo.com /index-institutions-en.html   (502 words)

  
 Monaco History | iExplore.com
The history of Monaco is inseparable from that of the House of Grimaldi.
This Machiavellian approach – indeed, Machiavelli himself was in Monaco in the early 16th century to sign a treaty on behalf of Florence – paid dividends in 1612 when Honoré II was granted the title of prince by the French crown.
Monaco is one of seven which, by the deadline in April 2002, had failed to do so: future developments rely on the actions of Monaco’s ruling Grimaldi family (itself implicated in a major fraud inquiry) and the attitude of the French government.
www.iexplore.com /dmap/Monaco/History   (823 words)

  
 Amha Selassie I,Emperor-in-Exile (Crown Prince Asfaw Wossen)
In 1933, Crown Prince Asfaw Wossen was married to Princess Wollete Israel Seyoum, daughter of Ras Seyoum Mengesha Prince of Tigre, and great-granddaughter of Emperor Yohannis IV.
Crown Prince Asfaw Wossen was being groomed for the throne, but measures were taken that would prevent a rival court from forming around him as had formed around his father during the reign of Empress Zewditu.
The possition of "Acting Crown Prince" however was unprecidented in the histories of the monarchies of the world, and the Emperor was clearly reluctant to create this title which seemed to anticipate the death of his son.
www.angelfire.com /ny/ethiocrown/amha.html   (4717 words)

  
 Monaco Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide
Monaco enjoys mild Mediterranean weather, with days of sunshine (an average 300 per year) and nights cooled by breezes from the sea.
Monaco's history is pretty much the history of the Grimaldi family.
The boat drifted off course and ran aground on the coast of modern-day Monaco, where a state was founded in her honour.
www.lonelyplanet.com /worldguide/destinations/europe/monaco?v=print   (1180 words)

  
 Monaco Constitution
The hereditary principle stipulates that accession to the throne, aside causes of death or abdication, is reserved to the direct and legitimate descendent of the reigning Prince, by order of first born giving priority to the male descendent (article i 0) of the same above-cited parent.
The National Council can formulate legal proposals subordinated with the Princes agreement before they are adopted by the Assembly which receives these legal propositions in the form of government proposals (article 67).
One of the particularities of the Principality resides in the fact that the same terrain of authority is handled by the two moral persons of public law, who are : on the one hand, the State, and the other hand, the Commune (articles i and 78).
www.riviera-magazine.com /tourisme/monaco/MonacoConstitution-us.html   (1311 words)

  
 boys clothing: European royalty--Monaco
Monaco is a fairy tale like principality located along the south of France on the " Côte d' Azur " near Nices The principality one of the smallest states in Europe.
Monaco is a rocky peninsula jutting into the blue Mediterranean, Monaco-Ville is the seat of Monaco’s government.
Monaco was also a signatory of several multilateral treaties such as the Paris Convention of 1883, the Berne Convention of 1886 and the Madrid Arrangement of 1891.
histclo.com /royal/mon/royal-mon.htm   (2886 words)

  
 Monaco
The seven-member Crown Council (composed exclusively of Monegasque nationals) must be consulted by the Prince on certain questions of national importance.
The 12-member Council of State, which is not restricted to Monegasque citizens, advises the Prince on proposed legislation and regulations.
The Mayor of Monaco, one member of the Crown Council, four members of the National Council, and four members of the Economic Council are women.
www.state.gov /g/drl/rls/hrrpt/2001/eur/8309.htm   (2236 words)

  
 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 1995 - Monaco   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Monaco is a constitutional monarchy in which the sovereign Prince plays a leading role in governing the country.
There are in addition three consultative bodies, whose members are appointed by the Prince: the 7-member Crown Council; the 12-member Council of State; and the 30-member Economic Council, which includes representatives of employers and trade unions.
The seven- member Crown Council (composed exclusively of Monegasque nationals) must be consulted by the Prince regarding certain questions of national importance.
www.usemb.se /human/1995/europe/monaco.html   (1599 words)

  
 Monaco - HighBeam Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
MONACO [Monaco], officially Principality of Monaco, independent principality (2005 est.
In accordance with the 1962 constitution, Monaco is governed by the ruling monarch, who is assisted by a minister of state (selected by the monarch from three candidates nominated by France), a cabinet (the Council of the Crown), and the National Council, which is elected by universal suffrage every five years.
Monaco Coach Corporation Reports Record Revenues and Unit Sales for 2004; Total RV Unit Sales Rose 33%, Towable Unit Sales Jumped 78% In 2004 Despite Q4 Slowdown.
www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1E1-monaco.html   (934 words)

  
 Crown princess Victoria-News and pictures - Royal Blue Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Victoria Ingrid Alice Désirée, Crown Princess of Sweden, Duchess of Västergötland, was born on July 14, 1977 at the Karolinska Hospital in Stockholm.
Crown Princess Victoria was confirmed in the summer of 1992 at Räpplinge church on the island of Öland.
Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree, Crown Princess of Sweden, Duchess of Vastergotland, was born on July 14, 1977 at the Karolinska Hospital in Stockholm.
forums.rbhq.net /showthread.php?t=4200   (3464 words)

  
 Crown Council of Monaco at AllExperts (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab-2.cs.princeton.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The Crown Council of Monaco is a seven-member administrative body which meets at least twice annually to advise the Prince of Monaco on various domestic and international affairs.
It is one of three such councils designated by the Principality's Constitution, the other two being the National Council and the State Council.
The Crown Council noted, nevertheless, that if the health of Rainier III were to improve sufficiently, then he would be in a position to re-assume his functions as ruler.
experts.about.com.cob-web.org:8888 /e/c/cr/Crown_Council_of_Monaco.htm   (350 words)

  
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The Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers, on 2 September 2004, decided to invite the Principality of Monaco to become the Organisation's 46th member state.
Monaco's Crown Prince Albert represented the Principality at the ceremony on 5 October 2004 to mark his country's accession to the Council of Europe.
In an interview, Monaco's Hereditary Prince Albert says that Monaco wishes to become part of the greater Europe because of its commitment to the organisation's human values of respect for human rights, justice, concord and peace.
www.coe.int /Monaco   (261 words)

  
 2002 Franco Treaty
On October 24, 2002, Monaco and France signed a new treaty that materially revised their July 17, 1918, treaty on cooperation and relations.
Monaco will only inform France if there is a change in the order of succession, which is something that is virtually public knowledge.
When Monaco started negotiations with Strasbourg about becoming a member of the European Council, one of the matters the Council asked Monaco to clarify was its relationship with France and how it affected Monaco’s sovereignty.
www.bergduffy.com /Monaco/2002treatyanal.htm   (362 words)

  
 institutions
The Sovereign designates the President and three members of the Council; the others are nominated by proposals of the National Council.
The Council meets at least twice a year to decide questions concerning the higher interests of the State.
It is mainly consulted on matters such as important international treaties, the dissolution of the National Council, requests for naturalization and problems of pardons and amnesties.
www.monaco-consulate.com /about_institutions.htm   (443 words)

  
 FOXNews.com - Prince Rainier III of Monaco Dies at 81 - U.S. & World
Monaco changed its succession law in 2002 to allow power to pass from a reigning prince who has no descendants to his siblings.
During Rainier's reign, Monaco expanded its territory by 20 percent with land reclaimed from the sea — allowing the government to boast that Monaco was the only country to grow so much by peaceful means.
Monaco also worked to overcome a reputation as a haven for questionable financial transactions, drug barons, money-launderers and tax dodgers.
www.foxnews.com /story/0,2933,152586,00.html   (1657 words)

  
 Travel Tips Of Monaco
François Grimaldi led a group of partisans into the fortress of Monaco in 1297, which has been ruled by his family ever since; the Grimaldis have preserved their independence through a mixture of good luck and cunning diplomacy.
The government of the principality is controlled by the hereditary ruler Prince Rainier III, under whom executive authority is exercised by a Minister of State.
Monaco attracts many extremely wealthy individuals as residents, by virtue of its pleasant climate, reputation and environment as well as the absence of income or inheritance tax and lack of financial reporting requirements.
www.southtravels.com /europe/monaco/history.html   (811 words)

  
 MONACO
We are all the more dedicated to this attachment as it is vital for a small State like Monaco that everyone be bound by the same rule of law and be treated with equal dignity and equal right to respect.
The Principality of Monaco therefore supports by principle but also by reason all initiatives aimed at strengthening our collective mechanisms and, in particular, those of the Secretary-General in the implementation of the Millennium Declaration as introduced at the opening of this present session.
Since Monaco is naturally open to the outside world, it has easily found its place among you.
www.un.org /webcast/ga/58/statements/monaeng030925.htm   (1004 words)

  
 FOXNews.com - Prince Albert Takes Over in Monaco - U.S. & World
MONACO — Prince Albert (search) has taken over the regency of Monaco (search) because his ailing father, Prince Rainier III, is unable to exercise his royal functions, the palace said Thursday.
A royal commission, the Council of the Crown, decided that it was difficult for Rainier to "exercise his high functions," the statement said.
Monaco, a haven for the jet set and the rich and a renowned spot for gambling, took on a fairy-tale life when Rainier married Hollywood star Grace Kelly (search), who died in a 1982 car crash.
www.foxnews.com /story/0,2933,152055,00.html   (546 words)

  
 History and Government - Monaco Travel Guide - World Travel Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Monaco became an independent state under French protection in 1861.
Monaco survives principally by providing tax concessions and discreet banking facilities for wealthy foreigners, and this has recently led to spats with France and difficulties with the wider world.
In April 2002, Monaco was 'named and shamed' by inclusion on an Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development 'fllist' of seven countries that have failed to take adequate measures to deal with the money-laundering and multi-national fraud problems.
www.worldtravelguide.net /country/176/history/Europe/Monaco.html   (589 words)

  
 Monaco - Treaties: Ratifications and Reservations
Monaco's initial, second and third periodic reports were due 27 October 1996, 1998 and 2000 respectively.
Monaco's second and third periodic reports were due 4 January 1997 and 2001 respectively.
Monaco's second periodic report was due 20 July 2000.
www.hri.ca /fortherecord2002/vol6/monacorr.htm   (277 words)

  
 pace news   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The ceremony for the accession of the Principality of Monaco to the Council of Europe took place this afternoon in Strasbourg, and was welcomed by the leaders of the Organisation.
The Chairman of the Committee of Ministers, Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen, said: “With the accession of Monaco, the Council of Europe is closer than ever to the goal set up by its first Summit, in Vienna in 1993: to bring together, on an equal footing and in permanent structures, all European democratic countries.
As far as Monaco is concerned I am convinced that it will be nothing short of an exemplary member, a perfectly fitting piece of the puzzle”.
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 Baha'i World News Service - Celebrations in a principality
Some of the other Baha'is who first brought the message of the Baha'i Faith to Monaco 50 years ago were present at the jubilee, together with members of their families.
Baha'i writings translated into Monegasque were officially presented to Crown Prince Albert in 2001, and one highlight of the jubilee was the reading of a prayer in that language.
At the gravesite in Monte Carlo, Monaco, of Angeline Giachery, the wife of the Hand of the Cause Ugo Giachery.
www.bahaiworldnews.org /story.cfm?storyid=299   (1039 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Europe | Rainier's son takes over regency
Crown Prince Albert of Monaco has taken over the royal duties of his seriously ill father, the palace has said.
The statement from the royal palace said the Council of the Crown had decided that it was difficult for Prince Rainier to "exercise his high functions".
He is not married and has no children - which reportedly caused such concern that Monaco's constitution was revised to ensure the continuation of the dynasty, through his sisters.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/europe/4398497.stm   (243 words)

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