Prince Albert II of Monaco delivered his traditional end-of-year speech on the evening of December 31. This speech is always an opportunity for the Monegasque sovereign to send his good wishes to the population. At the end of her speech focused on the importance of solidarity, Princess Charlene joined her husband in sending her wishes. This year, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella also made a surprise appearance.
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Prince Albert II congratulates Monegasques for their “resilience” and their “spirit of fraternity”
“As the year 2024 comes to an end, it is a privileged moment for me to address you with all the respect and affection that I have for each of you”began Prince Albert II in his traditional end-of-year message, broadcast on the evening of December 31. “The past year has been marked by challenges but also by numerous successes, an unwavering solidarity that characterizes our Monegasque community.”
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“In these moments when we are turning a page to write a new one, I would like to pay tribute to your commitment, your resilience and your spirit of brotherhood”underlined the Head of State, who also recalled the important values of his country. “In Monaco, we are fortunate to live in a prosperous country where the values of respect, openness and responsibility combine harmoniously and this opportunity is accompanied by a responsibility: that of continuing to build a sustainable and forward-looking future. excellence for future generations. »
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Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella now join their parents in sending New Year's greetings
“I would like to express my gratitude to all those who work on a daily basis to promote our Principality: institutions, businesses, associations, as well as every Monegasque and every resident who through their action contributes to the common good.” Prince Albert was optimistic about the year 2025. “The coming year will bring new projects: an opportunity to strengthen our environmental commitments, increase our solidarity with the most vulnerable and celebrate our common identity together, with determination. By relying on the values that unite us, we will continue to meet the challenges that come our way.”
“At this particular moment, my thoughts also go to those for whom this period is more difficult, to those who are suffering. To them, I want to send a message of hope and encouragement. Know that you are not alone and that Monaco is a united family. May this new year be for you all a year of happiness, health, serenity and success in your projects, to you dear Monegasques, dear residents, and to all those who contribute to making our Principality a place of harmony and of innovation. I wish a radiant and promising year 2025. »
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Princess Charlene has the habit of appearing at the end of the New Year's speech to send her wishes to the Monegasques, alongside her husband. This year, their 10-year-old twins, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, also made an appearance. “In this moment of celebration and sharing, our children join us in sending you our best wishes that this new year brings happiness, health and success to you and to all those who are dear to you. » All in unison, Albert, Charlène, Jacques and Gabriella sent their wishes in three languages, in French, English and Monegasque: “Happy new year, happy new year, bon anu noevu!” “.
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