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by wickedwillie on August 8th, 2004

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Is the principality of Monaco completely independent politically?

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  • by wickedwillie on August 11th, 2004

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    Yes, but there is a catch.

    Monaco's sovereignty was recognised by the Franco-Monegasque Treaty of 1861.

    The Prince of Monaco was an absolute ruler until a constitution was promulgated in 1911. In July 1918, a treaty was signed providing for limited French protection over Monaco. The treaty, written into the Treaty of Versailles, established that Monegasque policy would be aligned with French political, military, and economic interests.

    Monaco has been governed as a constitutional monarchy since 1911, with the Prince as head of state. The executive branch consists of a Minister of State (the head of government), who presides over a four-member Council of Government (the cabinet). the Minister of State is a French citizen appointed by the Prince for a 3-year term from among candidates proposed by the French Government.

    Under the 1962 constitution, the Prince shares his power with the unicameral National Council. The 18 members of this legislative body are elected from lists by universal suffrage for 5-year terms. The principality's local affairs are directed by the Communal Council, which consists of 15 elected members and is presided over by the Mayor.

    In 1993, Monaco became an official member of the United Nations with full voting rights.

    In 2002, a new treaty between France and Monaco clarifies that if there are no heirs to carry on the dynasty, the Principality will remain an independent nation rather than revert to the French. Monaco's military defense, however, is still the responsibility of France.

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