Vaduz (ots) - As part of the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) annual Article IV consultations, IMF economists visited Liechtenstein from January 14 to 27 and held a series of discussions with authorities, associations, and companies. The second Art.-IV consultation after Liechtenstein joined the IMF provided in-depth analysis and discussions of the current situation ...
SERV Schweizerische Exportrisikoversicherung
Zurich (ots) - Overall responsibility for the Swiss Government's major infrastructure projects (GIP) mandate was transferred from the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO to Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV at the start of 2026. As a result, SERV has become the central contact and coordination hub for ...
Vaduz (ots) - The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos this week under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue". Leaders from around the world are gathering in the Graubünden spa town to address pressing issues and discuss shared priorities. Focus on strengthening resilience Exchange and cooperation are of particular ...
Vaduz (ots) - Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director and Chair of the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), visited Liechtenstein on Sunday, January 18, 2026, on her way to next week's World Economic Forum (WEF) in nearby Davos. Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Brigitte Haas warmly ...
Ulm (ots) - - Strengthening sales and portfolio: high demand and market growth in the United Arab Emirates - Establishment of a regional hub for the Middle East - Increased customer proximity through local presence: faster response times, more direct support and higher availability of vehicles and systems - Expansion of partnerships and strategic acquisitions in the ...
Vaduz (ots) - The international rating agency S&P Global Ratings has confirmed the AAA sovereign rating for Liechtenstein in its semiannual ratings update, accompanied by a stable outlook prediction. Liechtenstein is one of only 11 countries in the world that has received these top marks. Prime Minister Brigitte Haas strongly welcomed this confirmation of the ...
Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe (AMP-Europe), a leader in sustainable metal beverage can packaging, launched the second phase of its Safety Transformation Programme in partnership with dss+, a global consultancy and operational transformation partner for complex and high-hazard industries. This next phase follows a comprehensive safety ...
Bern/Lausanne, November 4, 2025 – Despite their commitments to responsible sourcing, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remain a global hub for gold of dubious origin, particularly conflict gold. In 2024, the country imported 1,392 tonnes of gold, valued at USD 105.4 billion, ranking as the world’s second-largest importer and increasingly approaching ...
Vaduz (ots) - In 2016, Liechtenstein introduced the automatic exchange of financial account information (AEOI) in accordance with the OECD's Common Reporting Standard (CRS) as part of its international cooperation in tax matters. Since then, financial markets as well as the services and products offered have ...
Vaduz (ots) - At its meeting on 7 October 2025, the Government approved the report and motion to Parliament on the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Exchange of GloBE Information (GIR MCAA). Liechtenstein introduced global minimum taxation for large enterprise groups in accordance with the OECD/G20 ...
Euro Airport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg
On October 12, 2025, the European Union will launch the new Entry-Exit System (EES). This Europe-wide system documents the entries and exits of non-EU nationals in the Schengen Area to increase security and efficiency at the borders. The following applies to ...
Vaduz (ots) - On September 29, 2025, Liechtenstein signed the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Exchange of GloBE Information (GIR MCAA). Liechtenstein introduced global minimum taxation for large enterprise groups in accordance with the OECD/G20 standard as of 1 January 2024 by implementing a top-up ...
Schweizerischer Nationalfonds / Fonds national suisse
Bern (ots) - Trade between China and Switzerland has been characterised by pragmatism and vigilance since the 1970s. With the support of the SNSF, an anthropologist and a historian have analysed these relations. China is Switzerland's third largest trading partner after the European Union and the United States. And Switzerland is one of the few countries in Europe - ...
In a significant breakthrough after almost two years after its adoption, the High Seas Treaty has officially reached the 60 ratifications needed to enter into force. PRESS RELEASE – 19 September 2025 Ocean Protection Milestone: High Seas Treaty Reaches Ratification Threshold For Entry Into Force A historic moment for the ocean: After a ratification push over the ...
Schweizerischer Nationalfonds / Fonds national suisse
Bern (ots) - The SNSF rejects the massive budget cuts planned by the Federal Council from 2027. At the same time, it is preparing itself. After close dialogue with all partners, it has decided to cut costs across several funding schemes. The SNSF supports research in Switzerland on behalf of and with funding from the Confederation. As part of relief package 27, the Federal Council is planning to reduce the SNSF's funding ...
New York and London (ots/PRNewswire) - - FNZ strengthens its executive committee with two senior appointments as it continues to invest in global leadership, regional growth and market innovation. - Ryan Beach appointed Group Head of North America, leading FNZ's strategy, client delivery and expansion across the U.S. and Canada. - Peter Hiom appointed Group Head of ...
Historic opportunity missed: Plastic crisis remains unresolved as ambitious country majority blocked by petrochemical states in UN treaty negotiations. OceanCare calls for reformed negotiation process to break future deadlock. PRESS RELEASE – 15 August 2025 Plastic Crisis Unresolved: UN Negotiations Cannot ...
OceanCare’s Managing Director offers her assessment of the Chair’s compromise text released this afternoon. Fabienne McLellan is on-ground in Geneva and available for interviews immediately. PRESS COMMENT – 13 August 2025 “Betrayal of good faith diplomacy”: Marine expert condemns draft plastic treaty text After six rounds of negotiations spanning three ...
Luxembourg (ots/PRNewswire) - The Ferrero Group has today announced the latest progress in its sustainability journey, with the release of its 16th Sustainability Report. Guided by Ferrero Group's long-standing commitment to having a positive impact throughout its value chain, the report shares the significant and ...
Stuttgart (ots) - On June 25, the 17th "Taicang Day" event kicked off in Stuttgart, marking a significant milestone in the longstanding relationship between Taicang, a city in E China, and Germany. The event returned to its original location in the heart of the "Motor City," where nearly 300 guests, including ...
Despite courageous commitments by some countries, no firm international roadmap to reverse growing ocean degradation. PRESS RELEASE – 13 June 2025 At Nice Ocean Summit, Governments Evade Question of How to Achieve Agenda 2030 Goals for Ocean Protection - The international community’s commitment to achieving the ...
Group of EU Countries and the EU ratifies the High Seas Treaty — a critical step towards safeguarding the Ocean as the international community moves closer to the 60 ratifications required for the Agreement to enter into force. PRESS RELEASE – 29 May 2025 EU Ratification of High Seas Treaty: Critical Progress as Global Ocean Conference Approaches - The European ...
Vaduz (ots) - The international rating agency S&P Global Ratings has once again awarded Liechtenstein its highest rating, affirming the country's AAA rating with a stable outlook. This was the outcome of the half-yearly review of Liechtenstein's sovereign rating in May 2025. Although the current assessment by S&P Global Ratings warns of the ongoing high level of ...
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Los Angeles/DNA (ots) - Australia boasts some of the world's most sophisticated political institutions and one of its wealthiest economies. But this veneer of success masks deeper structural issues - and a "ticking time bomb" of overreliance on extractive industries must be addressed under Australia's next ...
High-profile panel at ChangeNOW Summit in Paris to be joined by OceanCare to advocate for ocean protection action ahead of the critical UN Ocean Conference in June. PRESS RELEASE – 23 April 2025 OceanCare to Participate in “Road to UNOC3” Panel at ChangeNOW 2025 Summit in Paris - Nicolas Entrup, Director International Relations at OceanCare, to join high-profile ...
Los Angeles/Ottawa (ots) - From dissatisfaction with the Trudeau government to dissatisfaction with Trump’s policies — compounded by general anxiety around tariffs, the economy and a deteriorating relationship with the U.S. — navigating an economic downturn should be an immediate priority for Canada as it heads into a federal election, a new report recommends. In ...
Schweizerischer Nationalfonds / Fonds national suisse
Bern (ots) - By combining electoral data with psychological assessments, political scientists have shown that the polarisation of our societies largely stems from the problematic personalities of some elected representatives. The personalities of politicians seem to directly impact the polarisation of society. With support from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), a team from the University of Lausanne, led by ...