Monaco Weekly News by NEWS.MC - ep 47

This week, NEWS.MC TV brings you the latest highlights from the
Principality.





The Monaco Press Club celebrated two decades of dialogue on July
24 with a special anniversary evening at the Méridien Beach
Plaza. The event, attended by His Serene Highness Prince Albert
II, coincided with the Sovereign’s 20th anniversary on the throne
and honoured 20 years of fostering media engagement and cultural
exchange.





That same evening, Stade Louis-II marked its 40th anniversary in
cinematic style, hosting its first-ever open-air film screening.
The historic stadium transformed into a giant alfresco cinema,
drawing crowds for an unforgettable night under the stars.





On July 25, HSH Princess Charlene led a major awareness drive for
World Drowning Prevention Day. The campaign, held at Stade
Nautique Rainier III, gathered emergency responders, water safety
experts, families, and hundreds of schoolchildren to promote
lifesaving water safety practices.





Summer celebrations continued on July 26 as Port Hercule erupted
with Monaco’s first fireworks display of the season. Organised by
the Mairie de Monaco, the show lit up the Riviera night sky,
delighting thousands of spectators along Quay Albert Premier.





Culture took centre stage on July 27 at the Grimaldi Forum with
the Monaco premiere of Liverpool Oratorio, composed by Paul
McCartney and Carl Davis. Performed by over 150 musicians and
singers, including the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, the
event was attended by HSH Prince Albert II and marked a major
cultural milestone for the Principality.





On the political front, Monaco’s new Minister of State,
Christophe Mirmand, continued his official visits. On July 28, he
was welcomed at Monaco City Hall by Mayor Georges Marsan, meeting
with elected officials and staff. Two days later, on July 30,
Mirmand visited the Principality’s Economic, Social and
Environmental Council as part of his introductory tour.





In the world of gastronomy, world-renowned pastry chef Cédric
Grolet officially opened his first boutique in Monaco on July 30,
within the iconic Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. Known globally for
his artistic trompe-l’œil pastries, Grolet’s arrival adds another
star to the Principality’s culinary galaxy.


Tourism officials had reason to celebrate as Monaco was voted
Best European Destination for 2025, following a public vote of
more than six million participants. The accolade reflects the
Principality’s excellence in hospitality, innovation, and
sustainable tourism.





Sporting glory also arrived on July 30 when Pierre Casiraghi and
the crew of Jolt Six clinched a historic victory for the Yacht
Club de Monaco, winning their category in the prestigious Rolex
Fastnet Race and securing the Admiral’s Cup for the first time in
the club’s history.





This week, NEWS.MC TV is joined by Stéphane Colmart, CEO of
Segond Automobiles Group. In an exclusive interview, he shares
insights into Monaco’s evolving automotive landscape, the rise of
electric mobility, and the company’s vision for the future of
luxury transportation.





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