The palace of Monaco confirms that their ruler, Prince Albert II, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, but his health is not worrying.
Prince Albert, 62, appeared to be the first head of state who has publicly said he contracted the virus.
In a statement released on Thursday, 19th March, the palace said he is being treated by doctors from the Princess Grace Hospital, named after his U.S. actress mother. It says Prince Albert is continuing to work from his home office in the palace and he is in constant contact with members of his government.
Prince Albert in the statement, urged residents of his tiny Mediterranean principality to respect confinement measures.