Monaco's Minister of State addresses Council of Europe in Strasbourg
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Christophe Mirmand appeared before the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe on 22 June 2026, representing a Principality that holds the presidency until November.
Speaking in Strasbourg on Monday, Minister of State Christophe Mirmand addressed the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in what amounted to a full public account of Monaco's international commitments. The Principality currently holds the presidency of the Council of Europe until November 2026, giving the appearance added diplomatic weight.
Mirmand reaffirmed Monaco's attachment to human rights principles and used the platform to signal the Principality's continued support for Ukraine, positioning the small state clearly within the broader European consensus on the conflict. His remarks echoed a consistent line from the Palace: that Monaco, despite its size, takes its multilateral obligations seriously.
For residents and property owners, the session is a reminder that Monaco's international standing rests on active engagement rather than passive membership. Holding a rotating presidency of a 46-nation body is a tangible expression of that approach, and Mirmand's appearance in Strasbourg underlines how the Principality uses such forums to reinforce its voice on the European stage.