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Actualités sur Regierung
Government decides on further action in relation to entities without legal organs
Vaduz (ots) - On 3 February 2026, the government decided on further measures relating to legal entities without organs. The measures were developed by the task force set up in mid-2025. They are designed to strengthen legal certainty on the one hand and to continue to make it impossible to circumvent sanctions on the other. A high degree of compliance with applicable ...
plusConcluding Statement of the IMF's Art.-IV-Consultation in Liechtenstein 2026
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 ...
plusH.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois von und zu Liechtenstein and Prime Minister Brigitte Haas at the WEF in Davos
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 ...
plusPrime Minister Brigitte Haas welcomes IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to Liechtenstein
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 ...
plusLiechtenstein signs amending protocol to revise international standard for automatic exchange of information in tax matters with the EU
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 ...
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Government submits Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Exchange of GloBE Information (GIR MCAA) to Parliament for approval
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 ...
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Launch of EU’s new Entry-Exit System starting October 12, 2025
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 ...
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Trade relations between Switzerland and China through a historical lens
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 - ...
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Federal budget cuts: SNSF to adapt its research funding from 2026
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 ...
plusS&P Global Ratings affirms Liechtenstein's AAA rating with a stable outlook
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 ...
plusAustralia's next government must mend structural cracks appearing in its political, economic and social foundation, report finds
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 ...
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Canada must reduce reliance on extractive industries and U.S. exports, report finds
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 ...
plusFinal report on the IMF's first Article IV Consultation paints a positive picture of the Liechtenstein economy
Vaduz (ots) - Liechtenstein joined the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on 21 October 2024. The first Article IV Consultation took place in Liechtenstein in January 2025. These country visits by IMF experts are conducted annually in all IMF member states and serve to monitor and analyse economic developments and ...
plusGovernment approves consultation report on amendment of the GloBE Act
Vaduz (ots) - In its meeting on 18 March 2025, the Government approved the consultation report on amendment of the Law on the Minimum Taxation of Large Enterprise Groups (GloBE Act). The minimum taxation developed by the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS stipulates that multinational enterprise groups with revenue of more than 750 million euros are subject to an ...
plusLondon Blockchain Event Series Successfully Hosts the Second Government Event on Blockchain's role in Public Sector Reform
London (ots/PRNewswire) - The London Blockchain Conference (LBC) successfully hosted its second government event at the House of Lords on Tuesday 4th March. This exclusive, invite-only gathering brought together leading policymakers, innovators and public sector leaders to discuss the transformative potential of ...
plusLiechtenstein Initiative presented under the Title "Book of Europe - Firsthand Visions of the Future of Europe"
Vaduz (ots) - The "Book of Europe" contains contributions from 33 European countries on the future of Europe. Against the backdrop of the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe and the current geopolitical challenges, Liechtenstein's Prime Minister Daniel Risch and Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler initiated the ...
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More electric cars at lower cost by adapting incentives
Bern (ots) - The Swiss government aims to encourage more people to make the switch to electric vehicles, but current incentive policies are not efficient. Economists supported by the SNSF are proposing improvements. The electrification of the car fleet is one of the solutions proposed to combat greenhouse gas emissions. Economists supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) have assessed the financial ...
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London Blockchain Event Series Hosts the Second Government Event on Blockchain's role in Public Sector Reform
London (ots/PRNewswire) - The London Blockchain Conference (LBC) will host its second government event at the House of Lords, the second chamber/upper house of the UK Parliament on 4 March. This exclusive event will bring together innovators, policymakers, and public sector leaders to discuss the critical role of ...
plusGermany "rested on its laurels" too long, report finds
plusIMF conducts first Article IV consultation in Liechtenstein
Vaduz (ots) - From 7 to 20 January 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) conducted the first of its Article IV consultations in Liechtenstein, which will now take place annually. Over the course of these two weeks, IMF economists and representatives of Liechtenstein's Constituency held numerous discussions with public authorities, organisations, and companies in the country to familiarise themselves with and assess ...
plusFinally - Switzerland to Sign the UN High Seas Treaty
BBNJ-Agreement: Swiss Federal Council decides to sign and submit to Parliament for ratification. PRESS RELEASE – 15 January 2025 Finally - Switzerland to Sign the UN High Seas Treaty - The Swiss Federal Council decided in today's meeting to sign the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ-Agreement) and submit it to Parliament for ratification. - With this decision, Switzerland joins over 100 countries that have already signed the ...
plusGovernment adopts statement on the Law implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on markets in crypto-assets
Vaduz (ots) - In its meeting on 5 November 2024, the Government adopted its statement on the enactment of a Law implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on markets in crypto-assets and amending other laws. It also adopted amendments to the Due Diligence Act implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1113 on information ...
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2Europe's politics come to life in the regions / What does the EU actually do in my region?
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Schweizerischer Nationalfonds / Fonds national suisse
International law with cantonal twists
plusPrime Minister Daniel Risch signs IMF agreement in Washington DC
Vaduz (ots) - On Monday, 21 October 2024, Prime Minister Daniel Risch signed the agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington DC. The signing took place one month after the referendum in Liechtenstein was held, in which 55.8% of voters supported joining the IMF. In his speech, Prime Minister Daniel Risch highlighted the importance of the accession: "Joining the IMF as its 191st member is undoubtedly ...
plusElection integrity at stake: Report highlights governance issues in the US
plusReport and motion on the new EEA Financial Mechanism
Vaduz (ots) - The EEA Financial Mechanism promotes economic and social balance within the European Economic Area (EEA). Following the conclusion of negotiations on the new 2021-2028 mechanism at the end of last year, the Government has now adopted the report and motion for submission to the Liechtenstein Parliament. As a member of the EEA, Liechtenstein - together with its EEA/EFTA partners Norway and Iceland - has ...
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Commemoration of the European Holocaust Memorial Day for Roma and Sinti on 2 August 2024
plusThe Government adopts report and motion on amendment of the AEOI Act, the FATCA Act, and other laws
Vaduz (ots) - At its meeting on 9 July 2024, the Government adopted its report and motion on amendment of the Law on the International Automatic Exchange of Information in Tax Matters (AEOI Act), the Law on Implementation of the FATCA Agreement between the Principality of Liechtenstein and the United States of America (FATCA Act), the Law on the Agreement between ...
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