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Post by tops on Sept 11, 2013 7:48:48 GMT -5
I found this today on Riviera Radio daily report. Any opinions on this? Why is the principality unwilling to apply for member state? because of the transparencies required? what are the positives and negatives? i am not there, so can't get the word on the street. "Monaco seeks links with EU - The Monaco government says it is willing to co-operate more with the European Union - but it's ruled out applying to become a member state. The principality has launched an advertising campaign in Brussels to promote the country's benefits to key decision-makers and businesspeople. It wants to sign a partnership with the EU on trade and business. The head of the government, Michel Roger, fears Monaco could be left behind if EU states integrate further." Monaco wants what it needs, but doesn't want to give the EU what they want. That's why they don't want to be a full member. What they are doing now has no benefit at all for the EU, only to MC companies. MCs only industry is cosmetic, pharmaceutical and supplier for car manufacturers, though IMO Mecaplast is not really producing there anymore, they are just keeping offices there in order to transfer their gains to MC. Once the EU decides that you have to tax your profits where they are made, there is no use for offices in MC. The pharmaceutical industry is mostly concerned and unhappy. they are producing pills they can't sell in the EU unless they are seperately registered. Registration costs money and you have to redo this even if you do not change the product, just the name. My friend's husband works in one of those companies. He told me it is a real problem for them, especially since there is a lot of competition. They are mainly producing diet compliments, so nothing major, but still they need to get their products properly registered with all the procedures involved and that takes time and money. And for them it means that they will have to do it first in MC and then again for the EU and every other country they want to sell to. Also the EU can ask for customs as it is a non EU country. Currently the majority of EU countries is not so happy about countries like MC, so getting them to agree to sth that solely benefits MC is a lot harder. There are plenty of countries struggling in the EU, so they are not likely to give away an advantage over non EU competitors. IMO right now it would be a lot harder for MC to achieve anything in their benefit on an economical level. Members could just turn to those companies and suggest they produce in France or Italy, which are both struggling and just around the corner, but both EU members. MC wants to pick the raisins, but not buy the entire cake. IMO it would be stupid for the EU to make any deal with MC, without a major return from them. Especially the surrounding area of MC could use the work, in Italy and France. So denying MC their wish and approaching the concerned companies directly, would be a much better deal. After all workers would have to travel from France or Italy anyways, so they might be open to move facilities closer to their workers. Communities are known to grant help to companies that wish to settle in certain areas with little infrastructure. another reason why MC doesn't want to be EU member is that as non EU member they are asking France every year for VAT reimbursement. As EU they couldn't do that, but it is their main income. Without the VAT from France they would have to close shop. Especially with SBM doing so badly. Also they would have to stop treating French employees differently to other EU citizens living in France working in MC. Discrimination of EU citizens is prohibited in the EU. So to sum things up: MC needs the EU, but the EU doesn't need MC. I remember that there were discussions during the little states games on a yacht about the intentions of other small countries joining the EU. The meeting was intended to hold up front and not have any of them apply. Malta joined anyways, Luxembourgh and Cyprus were already members. And we know how helpful that was for Cyprus. Without the EU things would have gone even worse for them. Not that they would admit to it. So much easier to blame the EU then your own government and greed. Anyways none of the others had the kind of advantageous treaties with other EU member states as MC has with France. The question remains, why France continues to support MC, when the advantage to MC is greater then the benefit to France... thanks paca, i was hoping to get the scoop! well said.
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Post by tops on Sept 11, 2013 4:47:01 GMT -5
I found this today on Riviera Radio daily report. Any opinions on this? Why is the principality unwilling to apply for member state? because of the transparencies required? what are the positives and negatives? i am not there, so can't get the word on the street.
"Monaco seeks links with EU - The Monaco government says it is willing to co-operate more with the European Union - but it's ruled out applying to become a member state. The principality has launched an advertising campaign in Brussels to promote the country's benefits to key decision-makers and businesspeople. It wants to sign a partnership with the EU on trade and business. The head of the government, Michel Roger, fears Monaco could be left behind if EU states integrate further."
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Post by tops on Sept 11, 2013 4:43:57 GMT -5
on Riviera Radio today, 29th August, 2013 - Important action against this. "Monaco STD campaign - Monaco is launching a big campaign to get teenage girls vaccinated against the most common sexually transmitted disease, human papillomavirus - which can cause cervical cancer. Letters are being sent out explaining the vaccination procedure - which involves four doctors' consultations - and it's completely refunded by the Monaco health insurance system." Ask Michael Douglas about it. It's not dumb, considering trends among teenagers, who perversely think they remain more chaste while entrenching female subservience, show they're engaging in riskier behaviour. They should step up AIDS testing as well. Cunnilungi is not a guarantee against disease. Sorry to those who bristled and squirmed. Thanks agentf, i just found this! i agree, more education and public discussion is important.
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Post by tops on Sept 10, 2013 14:24:04 GMT -5
On Yahoo news pictured. A NEW AL OF MONACO Did he got the glasses from prince Daniel as an offer for charity to Monaco, did he! It's an improvement on the invisible frames one that are found at every Walmart however I would chose tortoise shell for him or blue. Definitely not black. It's too harsh and un-Monaco. Black is good if you're shopping in London. It's de rigueur there, but in sunny Monaco? Infuse colour I say. Baby steps. He did need something to fill the blank canvas left by the bald look and his small features. looks good in a dark suit/tie, serious glasses and impressive credentials, but what going on with his figure?? he needs to have a personal work out coach and nutritionist on his butt.
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Post by tops on Sept 8, 2013 13:59:30 GMT -5
Plus her closed eyes during the calculated "kiss." so contrived and insincere. she can't fool the camera.
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Post by tops on Sept 8, 2013 0:39:57 GMT -5
It's an interesting point, Tops, to tie in Putin under this topic because Communism is technically anti-religion. As such you could say its indicative of where religion is in Monaco. Certainly the paternal mores from generation to generation have shown self-interest first and the greater good after, and there isn't much leadership by example now. Setting religion aside for a minute, Russian money in Monaco is also one way the bankers who have traditionally been resistant to pursue Russian capital in Russia (because there were no political objectives to gain), now can mess with their money without even leaving their comforts. I don't think the rush of Russian wealth to Monaco was one-sided. Monaco is the honey trap, if you will. If I were Russian, I'd beware. As soon as they're asked to convert everything to gold and ship it to London, they're toast IMO. It's the classic trick. Now to bring this all back around to religion, it's not Catholicism that gains in all this, since the Vatican's coffers are controlled by the same bunch of bankers that right now would be after Russian wealth in Monaco. It's funny how people sitting across from each other are oblivious to the fact they're equally getting screwed by the same people...for the sake of another religion. At this point, they all deserve each other. So, subtopics. Tons. Let's get to it! i would love to see a subtopic entitled "russians in monaco" but i can't start it because i do not know enough and presently traveling...
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Post by tops on Sept 7, 2013 11:51:20 GMT -5
i see that there are many subtopics in this folder. so i just had fun browsing through all of them. i will be more precise in which subtopic i post in. just didn't know there were so many! Maybe there should be one regarding the Russian influence. i am not up on it but curious what others think...
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Post by tops on Sept 7, 2013 9:00:23 GMT -5
With the princely family eschewing Catholicism, has religion lost its relevance in Monaco? If so, why not declare it so? Can Grace's main charities, from the Red Cross to Amade - traditionally Christian - continue with halfhearted Grimaldis putting on a front? Pour la forme? And then what? The patron saint of Monaco, Devota, was a Catholic martyr. The Franciscans forgave the Grimaldis for their subterfuge when they invaded the Roc, and the Catholic Bourbons later made them princes. More recently, without papal decree, some Grimaldi marriages would not have happened without an annulment. At a time when the Vatican is fighting for survival and returning to the essence of the Christian message by pushing aside political agendas to help the poor, it's uncanny how some who have benefitted from the Church's indulgence still refuse to do their part and at least not muck it up for everyone else. Monaco is losing its religion, in more ways than one. I believe that the concept of responsible fatherhood (starting at the top) has been abused as well. a very bad example was set not once but twice. maybe there are more unrecognized children as well. his poor kids had mothers who had to fight for their recognition and respect. now with sexually transmitted diseases on the rise in Monaco, it's a revealing fact that the youth there are sorely misguided. unhealthy regard from the start. this family needs to be given a reality check. not sure how or when it will happen. that attitude of parenthood should give the citizens an insight as to their true worth, which is embarrassing. Best if governing powers are taken away and given to elected officials who EARN their position instead of having it handed down. Al, being the male was favored and look what happened. just put the governing into the hands of dedicated elected citizens who have the best future in mind for the people. another example is how Putin was allowed in infiltrate (and bestow gifts) and now he is cozy there (and his buddies hiding money) and they will continue to bully the world. Al was responsible for that debacle. he is too easily influenced and his moral compass should be evaluated. time for a change.
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Post by tops on Sept 2, 2013 21:06:32 GMT -5
Behind them, they are small, but you can see them. now i see! i guess they were personal messages. thanks!
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Post by tops on Sept 2, 2013 19:25:03 GMT -5
Do you think Charlene thought the photoshopped posters were funny which Tats and Andreas friends made? Especially the one with the runaway bride? LOL tell me, tell me, which photoshopped posters? direct us. also, that "gunmetal battle ship gray" "sprayed on" dress is a horrible, depressing color to wear to a festive wedding. surely she knew the theme, "bohemian," and could not even play along with it. she's a drag. (drag queen?)
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Post by tops on Sept 2, 2013 15:25:06 GMT -5
Major transgeneder alert in photo #10! i feel sorry for these parents and children who put photos from this on their wall or on their facebook pages and actually believe that people respect her.
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Post by tops on Sept 1, 2013 6:55:14 GMT -5
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Post by tops on Aug 31, 2013 19:51:22 GMT -5
thanks everyone! keep those photos coming... i'm luvin' it!
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Post by tops on Aug 31, 2013 7:57:38 GMT -5
They are offcially married now! That makes Sasha (not Sacha like Stéphane Bern said it) now the third in line? i raise my glass in a toast!! the sun is breaking through the clouds in MC...
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Post by tops on Aug 30, 2013 6:40:10 GMT -5
yes, Lauren pushed the envelope. it's tacky. not a good choice. must of had an arrangement of one her advertisers. and YES her wedding ensemble was absolutely stunning! i see that she and her hubby have 2 children. most likely born prior to their marriage. not a judgement, just a comment. Tat's in-laws should be a shot in the arm for Monaco i hope. Lauren reminds me a bit of the late Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy (in appearance only!) who hijacked the late John-John, a member of our "American royalty." i apologize for some of my assumptions. i re-read this article by William Norwich. it was written in 2008. i thought it was more recent! oops. Look forward to some great coverage from the nuptials this weekend...
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Post by tops on Aug 30, 2013 6:20:39 GMT -5
yes, Lauren pushed the envelope. it's tacky. not a good choice. must of had an arrangement of one her advertisers. and YES her wedding ensemble was absolutely stunning! i see that she and her hubby have 2 children. most likely born prior to their marriage. not a judgement, just a comment. Tat's in-laws should be a shot in the arm for Monaco i hope. Lauren reminds me a bit of the late Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy (in appearance only!) who hijacked the late John-John, a member of our "American royalty."
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Post by tops on Aug 30, 2013 5:40:51 GMT -5
and it's all regurgitated stuff anyway. glad they included the concept that she only has 2 friends. and i don't think that list has grown. and will not. she can't even embrace the blood children of Al so what makes you think she will really give a hoot for babies from strangers... plu-ezzzz.
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Post by tops on Aug 29, 2013 15:23:02 GMT -5
CC on the August 2013 cover of Marie Claire in SA one pic herself and the other with Chad le Clos and Ryk Neethling secret side course included "how to be a gold digger."
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Post by tops on Aug 29, 2013 3:30:07 GMT -5
on Riviera Radio today, 29th August, 2013 - Important action against this.
"Monaco STD campaign - Monaco is launching a big campaign to get teenage girls vaccinated against the most common sexually transmitted disease, human papillomavirus - which can cause cervical cancer. Letters are being sent out explaining the vaccination procedure - which involves four doctors' consultations - and it's completely refunded by the Monaco health insurance system."
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Post by tops on Aug 27, 2013 19:00:37 GMT -5
I read it in the store yesterday. They say, Charlene didn't learn French yet, lost the love of the Monegasque people, did not manage to get pregnant. There is no Glamour couple anymore, only sad faces (or something like that). OK, but was the "D" word used??
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