Test.mc

The Principality of Monaco is a sovereign and independent state within the framework of the general principles of international law and specific conventions with France.The territory of the Principality is inalienable and the Constitution of 17th December 1962 defines the nature of the Government of the Principality as a Hereditary and Constitutional Monarchy.The Sovereign is the Head of State and represents the Principality in its relations with foreign powers. For certain issues, the Prince is assisted by consultative assemblies: the Crown Council (7 members appointed by the Prince) and the State Council (12 members chosen and appointed by the Prince).Executive power falls under the high authority of the Prince. Leadership of all services is entrusted to the Minister of State, who is assisted by a Government Council composed of 5 departments:> The Department of the Interior> The Department of Facilities, the Environment and Urban Planning> The Departments of Finance and the Economy> The Department of Social Affairs and Health> The Department of External Relations