From Fontvieille to the Council of Europe: Monaco’s Key Projects for 2026
Minister of State, Christophe Mirmand, presented his traditional vows to the press on Friday 16 January. Accompanied by members of the Government, Christophe Mirmand spoke to the Principality’s journalists and media representatives about the Government’s priorities for the coming year.
“This year will be a year of action, a year of achievement, a year of decision-making, a year of implementation for the government and the princely administration. This year, we will make plans, commitments and move things forward. Next year, I hope we can all meet here and say, ‘Yes, in 2026, important things happened in Monaco,’” said Christophe Mirmand during his address.
Art de Vivre: On The Wine Side
Renowned worldwide, fine, delicate and unique, these days they are gracing Michelin-starred tables and even princely weddings. Showing to what extent this AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) has earned its reputation over time, the wedding of Prince Albert and Princess Charlène was indeed celebrated with no other but the Bellet wine. Harvested in the municipality of Nice, Bellet is also the only urban AOC labelled vineyard based entirely within the city limits.
Monaco Ballooning Team: A New International Takeoff in 2026
Driven by the unveiling of the Monaco-Moravia balloon and a major strategic partnership, The Monaco Ballooning Team, under the Honorary Presidency of H.S.H. Prince Albert II, concluded 2025 in spectacular fashion and are now opening a 2026 filled with ambition. From the shores of Monaco to the skies of Qatar and Italy, the national hot-air balloon is establishing itself as a true aerial ambassador of the Principality.
The year 2025 will remain etched in memory as a decisive turning point for the Monaco Ballooning Team. A highlight of this momentum was the official presentation of the Monaco-Moravia balloon, unveiled during the prestigious Monaco Yacht Show on the Terrasses du Soleil, and later during an exceptional evening on Palace Square.
Lycée Albert I: Students to Return to in-person Studies by End of January
The 840 students attending Lycée Albert 1er resumed classes remotely on Monday 5 January 2026 before a gradual return to in-person learning at various sites. Most of the students will be using facilities located around the Honoré II promenade, with certain classrooms being used at Collège Charles-III and Lycée Rainier-III.
The students were previously attending classes at the Annonciade school, but, starting on 12 January, the government began prioritizing a gradual return to in-person learning, especially “for exam classes and technical courses,” says a recent press release by the Government of Monaco.
