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In October 2013, the desire to create a sustainable finance mechanism for marine protected areas (MPAs) in the Mediterranean was expressed through a joint initiative by France, the Principality of Monaco and Tunisia. In December 2015, four founding members – the Principality of Monaco, the French Republic, the Republic of Tunisia and the Prince Albert II Foundation – created a specific entity dedicated to this type of financing: the MedFund.
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From 9 to 11 November 2022, the Principality of Monaco participated in the 15th plenary meeting of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) which was held in Seville (Spain). It brought together high-level international organizations and delegates from more than 100 member jurisdictions. The Principality was represented by Mrs. Laura GREENWOOD-REPIQUET, Mr. Romain BUGNICOURT and Mr. Pierre-Jean DOUVIER from the Department of Finance and Economy.
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The health crisis has reinforced the deep awareness of the impact of human activities on the environment. The war in Ukraine has undeniably accelerated this trend. It is one of those historical events that will reshape geopolitics, societies and markets. This awareness is unanimous and reinforces the need to ensure financial profitability while having a measurable and positive social and environmental impact.
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The Budget and Treasury Department, in collaboration with the Digital Services Department launches a new website https://geldefonds.gouv.mc/.
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On 9th November last, the Monaco Association of Financial Activities (AMAF) launched the new annual edition of its magazine Monaco For Finance, a tool to promote the attractiveness of the financial centre.
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The branch of Banque Populaire Méditerranée in Monaco (BPMED) is in full evolution; it wishes to support its clients on the path traced by the Principality: a dynamic green finance and a development supported by digital technology. Interview with Mr. Régis ETIENNE, Director of BPMED in Monaco.
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The Secretary General of the Commission de Contrôle des Activités Financières, Magali Vercesi, attended the annual Congress of the International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) from 17 to 19 October.
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Mr. Jean Castellini, Government Counsellor and Minister of Finance and Economy, participated in the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action via video conference. Organized in the framework of the annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), it was held on Wednesday, October 12 in Washington.
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During the FORUM of French-speaking FIUs which took place in Rabat, SICCFIN Monaco was represented by Mr Eric BERGESI, Head of the Investigation Unit, and Mr Michel HUNAULT, Director, here with his French and Canadian counterparts, in the presence of the Minister of Finance of the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco, Mrs. Nadia Fettah Alaoui.
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On October 18, the ACI (The Financial Markets Association) will host a conference on "Solar energy, the new king of electricity production", presented by Mr. Pascal ROCHAT. Founder of Active Niche Funds in 2007, he manages Active Solar, the first investment fund specializing in the global solar energy sector, which was awarded best sustainable theme fund at the Swiss Sustainable Funds Awards 2020 and 2021.
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Mr. Michel HUNAULT, Director of SICCFIN, has received from the President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg the honorary title of associate member of the Council of Europe.
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On October 4th, the Secretary of State for Justice addressed the members of the Monegasque Association of Financial Activities during a lunch conference organized by the AMAF.
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As part of the Extended Monaco programme, the Prince’s Government is continuing the digital transformation of its administrative services, with the aim of simplifying formalities for residents of the Principality and foreigners wishing to move to Monaco. The strategy for welcoming new residents is a key plank of the new policy adopted by the Prince’s Government to enhance the Principality’s attractiveness.
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The Department of Finance and Economy and the Public Investment Bank of France (BPI), organized a conference on September 19th in Monaco on the theme of the possible interactions between finance and sustainable development.
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On Tuesday, September 13, 2022, H.E. the Minister of State, Pierre DARTOUT, accompanied by Mr. Christophe ROBINO, Government Councillor-Minister of Social Affairs and Health, Mrs. Brigitte BOCCONE-PAGES, Vice-President of the National Council and Mr. Etienne FRANZI, President of the Monegasque Association of Financial Activities (AMAF) and many other personalities, welcomed to the Monegasque Institute of Financial Services (MIFS) the Monegasque Professional Certification. Etienne FRANZI, President of the Association Monégasque des Activités Financières (AMAF) and many other personalities, welcomed to his Residence the graduates of the 2021 and 2022 classes of the Monegasque Professional Certification established by the AMAF.
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ACI Monaco's "Training" breakfast took place on September 15 in the presence of The event was attended by Mr. Jean CASTELLINI, Minister Counsellor of the Department of Finance and Economy, Mrs. Isabelle BONNAL, General Commissioner in charge of the National Education, Youth and Sports Department, and Mr. Etienne FRANZI, President of the Monaco Association of Financial Activitie.
