Monaco Facts and Useful Links

Although it is the smallest state on the Mediterranean, the Principality of Monaco is internationally recognized as an economic center.

Facts

  Monaco has 32,000 inhabitants from 125 nationalities, and covers an area of only 2 square km (less than 1 square mile).
  The principality has been a member of the United Nations since 1993 and is also fully integrated in the Euro Zone.
  4,500 companies operate in the Principality.
  Activities include: international trade (with a turnover of 2.5 billion euros), the service sector, tourism, real estate, construction and engineering work and last but not least, the banking and finance sector, with over 70 establishments.
  The Monegasque private sector generated a turnover of over 9 billion euros in 2002.
  Monaco is one of the safest places in which to live and to do business.
  Low taxation further encourages entrepreneurship and business development.
  Contrary to what one may think, revenues from the Monaco Casino only represent around 5% of the Principality's GDP!

Useful Links

  Monaco Tourism Office
  Monaco Gouvernment Tourism and Concention Authority
  AngloInfo
  Monaco, Monte-Carlo Informations et Actualités
  Chambre de Développement Economique de Monaco
  Jeune Chambre Economique de Monaco
  Monaco Auction


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