Abortion Law: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortions in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy and eased restrictions on advertising. The measure had passed parliament 13–12. Alois said it did not adequately protect unborn life and called for stronger support for pregnant women and families. Art & Culture: Liechtenstein-authorised Anchorage Art Fund presented its collection-based investment approach at a Zurich gathering, introducing the new fund to international investors. India Visit: Prince Alois and Princess Sophie’s state visit to India included discussions on cultural and people-to-people ties, education and skills, alongside broader cooperation.
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Art & Culture: Liechtenstein-authorized Anchorage Art Fund presented its art-investment approach at a Zurich conference, with a structure that lets it own artworks directly. Abortion Law: Hereditary Prince Alois vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, leaving the country’s existing ban and limited exceptions in place. India Visit: Talks during Prince Alois’s state visit highlighted education and people-to-people ties, including growing interest in yoga in Liechtenstein.
Arts & Investment: Liechtenstein-authorised Anchorage Art Fund made its international debut at an investor event in Zurich, presenting a model that lets the fund own artworks directly. Society: Hereditary Prince Alois vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, leaving the country’s strict ban in place with limited exceptions.
Arts & Investment: Liechtenstein-authorised Anchorage Art Fund presented its approach at a Zurich investment conference, offering investors direct ownership of artworks. Social Policy: Hereditary Prince Alois vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, leaving Liechtenstein’s strict ban in place with limited exceptions. India Ties: Alois’s state visit to India included talks on education and people-to-people links alongside trade and technology; leaders also noted growing interest in yoga in Liechtenstein. Cultural Funding: Liechtenstein joined Iceland and Norway in a €254 million grants agreement with Hungary, which allocates €16 million to cultural programmes.
Art Investment: Liechtenstein-authorised Anchorage Art Fund presented its investment approach in Zurich, proposing direct ownership of artworks. Reproductive Rights: Hereditary Prince Alois vetoed parliament’s bill to allow abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, leaving the country’s strict restrictions in place. Culture Funding: Liechtenstein is among the EEA donors backing a €254 million package for Hungary, including €16 million earmarked for cultural programmes.
Art Investment: Liechtenstein-authorised Anchorage Art Fund introduced its art investment model to investors at a Zurich conference, just four weeks after receiving approval. India Visit: Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie completed Liechtenstein’s first state visit to India, with talks spanning education, skills and people-to-people ties alongside trade and technology. Culture Funding: Liechtenstein joined Norway and Iceland in signing a €254 million grant agreement with Hungary, including €16 million for cultural programmes. Abortion Law: Prince Alois vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Parliament had passed it by 13 votes to 12; the country’s existing ban allows only limited exceptions.
India Visit: Liechtenstein’s first state visit to India wrapped up with talks on education, skills and people-to-people ties, alongside broader cooperation. Leaders also noted growing interest in yoga in Liechtenstein. Abortion Law: Hereditary Prince Alois vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, blocking legislation parliament had narrowly approved. Culture Funding: Liechtenstein, Norway and Iceland agreed to provide Hungary with €254 million in EEA and Norway Grants, including €16 million for culture programmes.
India Visit: Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie made Liechtenstein’s first state visit to India, with talks covering education, skills and people-to-people ties alongside trade and technology. Officials also noted growing interest in yoga in Liechtenstein. Abortion Law: Alois vetoed a bill to allow abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, blocking legislation parliament had passed 13–12. Abortion remains illegal in Liechtenstein except in limited circumstances; the reform initiative had gathered nearly 5,000 signatures.
Historic State Visit: Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie are in India for Liechtenstein’s first state visit there. Talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi focused on trade, technology, education and people-to-people ties; Deputy Prime Minister and Culture Minister Sabine Monauni also met Indian officials. Abortion Debate: Alois’s October 20 veto blocked a bill to allow abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, despite its narrow passage in parliament. The decision has renewed debate over the prince’s constitutional power and the role of elected lawmakers. European Cooperation: Liechtenstein joined Norway and Iceland in a €254 million funding agreement with Hungary, including support for cultural programs and local communities.
EEA Grants: Liechtenstein joined Norway and Iceland in signing a €254.1 million funding deal for Hungary, including €16 million each for culture and Roma integration. India Visit: Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie are in India with a business delegation, with talks expected to deepen cooperation in areas including clean energy and innovation. European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing its Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with stronger support for sites and a greater role for young people. Abortion Law: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill to legalize abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, blocking legislation passed 13–12 by parliament; the change requires princely approval to take effect.
European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing the European Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with plans for more support for historic sites, a stronger role for young people and greater visibility for cultural tourism. Liechtenstein’s Abortion Debate: Hereditary Prince Alois has withheld approval from a bill to legalise abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Parliament passed it 13–12; under the constitution, it cannot take effect without princely approval. Meditation and Wellbeing: Liechtenstein’s Enrico Somma is named as acting chair of the World Meditation Day Governance Committee, which is preparing a global platform focused on mindfulness and wellbeing.
European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing the European Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with more support for sites, a stronger role for young people and a focus on cultural tourism. Liechtenstein Politics: Hereditary Prince Alois withheld assent from a bill to decriminalise abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Parliament had passed it 13–12, reopening debate over the balance of power between elected lawmakers and the monarchy. A Taste of Hanoi: During her Vietnam visit, Liechtenstein Prime Minister Brigitte Haas walked around Hoan Kiem Lake, visited Ngoc Son Temple and sampled local ice cream with her delegation.
Meditation: Liechtenstein’s Enrico Somma is Acting Chair of the World Meditation Day Governance Committee, which has appointed Indian meditation teacher Shivkrupanand Swami as vice chair. European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing its Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with more support for sites, a stronger role for young people and a focus on cultural tourism. Women’s Rights: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill to legalize abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Parliament passed it 13–12 in September; the proposal also covered abortion information and insurance funding. Culture & Lifestyle: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas strolled around Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, visited Ngoc Son Temple and sampled local ice cream.
Wellness: Himalayan Samarpan Meditation founder Shree Shivkrupanand Swamiji has been named vice chair of the World Meditation Day Governance Committee; Liechtenstein’s Enrico Somma is its acting chair. European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing the European Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with stronger support for sites, more youth involvement and a focus on cultural tourism. Social Affairs: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill passed 13–12 by parliament that would have allowed abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. He said the change would not adequately protect unborn life and called for support for women facing difficult pregnancies. Culture & Lifestyle: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas strolled around Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, visited Ngoc Son Temple and sampled local ice cream.
Abortion Law: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill that would have allowed abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, after Liechtenstein’s parliament passed it 13–12. The move has reignited debate over the monarch’s constitutional power to block legislation and campaigners’ calls for change. European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing the European Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, with more support for sites, a stronger role for young people and new recognition for cultural impact. On the Road: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas took in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake and tried local Trang Tien ice cream, adding a cultural stop to the diplomatic trip.
European Heritage: The European Commission has proposed replacing the European Heritage Label with a European Heritage List, aiming to strengthen cooperation among historic sites, give young people a greater voice and support cultural tourism. Abortion Debate: Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill that would have decriminalized abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Liechtenstein’s parliament passed the measure 13–12; the prince said it did not provide adequate protection for unborn life. Liechtenstein in Vietnam: Prime Minister Brigitte Haas’s official visit included talks and new trade and tax agreements. She also took a stroll around Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake and sampled local ice cream with her delegation.
Women’s Rights: Hereditary Prince Alois’s refusal to approve parliament-backed abortion-law reform has reignited debate over women’s rights and the balance of power between Liechtenstein’s elected representatives and the monarchy. A Vaduz Moment in Hanoi: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas explored Hoan Kiem Lake’s historic sites and sampled local ice cream, sharing a lighter glimpse of the trip. Cultural History: A profile of European political pioneer Katharina Focke recalls her family’s years in Liechtenstein, where they found refuge from Nazi persecution before returning to Germany after the war.
European Travel: Renewed checks are putting Schengen’s once-seamless journeys in focus. Liechtenstein is among the 29 countries in the travel area. Travel Access: Liechtenstein citizens can visit Mongolia visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days under its 2026 exemption. Explore Liechtenstein: A travel feature spotlights the principality’s castles, Alpine hiking trails, vineyards and Apollo moon rocks — all packed into a country about the size of Washington, D.C.
European Travel: Schengen border checks are returning after decades of freer movement, a change relevant to Liechtenstein, which is part of the 29-country zone. Travel to Mongolia: Liechtenstein citizens are among 34 nationalities eligible for visa-free tourist visits of up to 30 days through 2026, with a possible one-time extension. Liechtenstein Abroad: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas explored Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, heard about its landmarks and tried local Trang Tien ice cream. Local Escapes: A new travel feature spotlights Liechtenstein’s castles, Alpine trails, vineyards and even Apollo moon rocks on display.
Travel Access: Liechtenstein passport holders are among the nationalities currently eligible to use UK eGates, while ministers consider opening the system to more arrivals. Culture on the Road: During her Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Brigitte Haas explored Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, heard local legends and tried Trang Tien ice cream. Liechtenstein Outdoors: A travel feature spotlights the country’s castles, Alpine trails, vineyards and villages, along with an unexpected display of Apollo moon rocks.
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