About Us
U.S. Diplomatic Mission to Monaco
The United States and Monaco enjoy excellent relations, which both countries seek to maintain and strengthen. From 1956 until her death in 1982, the American-born Grace Kelly was married to Prince Rainier III, Prince Albert's father.
In December 2006, the United States and Monaco upgraded from consular to full diplomatic relations. Shortly after, Ambassador Craig Stapleton (France) was accredited to Monaco, and Ambassador Gilles Noghes became the first Monegasque ambassador to the United States.
Following is the message from President Bush to his serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco for Monaco's National Day Celebration:
November 19, 2007
Your serene Highness:
On behalf of the American people, I extend to you and the people of Monaco my warmest wishes on the occasion of Monaco's national day on November 19.
With your mission in Washington fully established, the United States looks forward to continued close relations with Monaco. Please accept my hearty congratulations on your 151st National Day celebration.