Princess Charlene’s powerful Women’s Day Message
On 8 March, International Women’s Day, Princess Charlene expressed a powerful message: “Too often, we forget that women’s power does not need to be created; it needs to be unleashed. Equality is not a favour; it is a right that must be fully exercised, everywhere and for everyone. This March 8th, my wish is simple: that every young girl may dream without barriers and act without fear,” said Princess Charlene. Several events celebrating women’s day took place across the Principality on the days leading up to 8 March, including an event by Pink Ribbon Monaco. Princess Charlene is the Honorary President for the breast cancer awareness association.
Prince Albert II attends Rencontres Internationales: Monaco, Ulysses and the Mediterranean at the Oceanographic Museum
Prince Albert II officially inaugurated the 13th Rencontres Internationales on 5 March 2026 at the Oceanographic Museum. This year’s theme was “With Ulysses Through All Times”. In his address, the Sovereign highlighted the way this year’s theme connects classical mythology with contemporary reflection.
Prince Albert II emphasized a significant cultural discovery linked to Monaco’s own heritage: the restoration of the Prince’s Palace frescoes. The central ceiling painting in the throne room is a scene from the Odyssey, when Nekuia of Ulysses consults the spirit of the seer Tiresias in the underworld to learn the fate of his journey. The Prince noted that several other episodes from the Odyssey appear in the surrounding lunettes of the ceiling, demonstrating how Renaissance artists integrated Homer’s epic into princely iconography. Prince Albert II also stressed the continuing relevance of Ulysses today. The hero’s voyage, he observed, echoes humanity’s own search for meaning and resilience in the face of contemporary challenges, including the need to preserve the environment and build a more sustainable future.
Prince Albert II speaks in Rome: “The Arctic is a crucial issue for humanity”
Prince Albert II spoke at the Arctic Circle Forum at the National Research Council in Rome on the 3rd and 4th of March. The international platform brought together political leaders, researchers and representatives of indigenous peoples to discuss the future of the Arctic region. While the region is increasingly coveted for hydrocarbon deposits and new shipping routes, Prince Albert II defended the Arctic as a crucial issue for humanity. The Sovereign said that the Arctic’s climate and resources concern us all, and its indigenous communities must be respected, listened to, and fully involved in decisions that shape the future of their territories.
Beatrice Borromeo attends Dior Fashion Show in Paris
Beatrice Borromeo Casiraghi, brand ambassador for Dior, attended the Dior Fall/Winter 2026 show during Paris Fashion Week on 3 March at the Jardin des Tuilerie. Beatrice Borromeo sat in the front row during the runway show for Jonathan Anderson’s collection, the current Creative Director of Dior. She wore a beige and black dress from the Pre-Fall 2026 collection. Beatrice Borromeo has been a global ambassador for the fashion house since 2021.
Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux get Married in Monaco!
The couple said, “I do,” on Saturday 28 in Monaco during a wedding planned by Marie Ducruet, Princess Stephanie’s daughter-in-law. Charles and Alexandra celebrated their wedding at the Villa La Vigie, one of the most iconic villas in Monaco.
Surrounded by family and close friends, the couple opted for an elegant and intimate ceremony. The event was orchestrated by event agency Imagine & Make, founded by Marie Ducruet. The wedding reception dinner was crafted by Chef Marcel Ravin, head of the Michelin-starred restaurant Elsa at Monte-Carlo Beach. After the ceremony, the couple drove to the reception in a 1957 Ferrari Testa Rossa. Alexandra Saint Mleux wore a wedding gown by Paolo Sebastian, embroidered with crystals. The most adorable guest was probably Leo, the couple’s dachshund. Dressed in a small suit and bow tie, he made an appearance in almost every wedding photo.
Among the first to react to news was the Prince’s Palace of Monaco, which sent a message of “Congratulations to the lovely couple!”
