Liechtenstein

The new grid usage tariff model, effective from 1 January 2025, is already attracting criticism, with grid usage tariffs being described as 'a punishment' for owners of photovoltaic systems

In view of the Principality elections of 9 February, the Liechtenstein Institute is launching the "Elections 2025" series of events this January 2025 to cover what it call 'election year' for the number of countries choosing their representatives

Liechtenstein has joined the Artemis Agreement with the signature of Rainer Schnepfleitner, director of the Liechtenstein Communications Office, the government agency responsible for space matters

An insect hotel in the shape of the Vaduz logo is now adorning the municipality of Vaduz; this project is a symbol of the municipality's commitment to preserving biodiversity and was realized in collaboration with the "Vadoz summt" initiative

It is now possible to report theft, property damage and loss of identity documents online, on the 'Digital Police Station', recently introduced by State Police

On International Children's Rights Day the "Child-friendly community" working group invited all parents and children from the Vaduz municipal schools to learn more about the importance of children's rights and raise awareness of them

With the last two 'Football Week' matches of the year, Nicolas Hasler, national team captain, US Chapions League finalist and MLS Cup winner, could reach the magic number of 100 international matches

The regional parliament is adapting the scholarship law so that there is no longer an age limit; the limitation to 32 years of age, introduced in 2012, will be permanently lifted on 1 January 2025

Prime Minister Daniel Risch informed the heads of the IT and tax administration offices about new services and opportunities in the area of digitisation

The country has decided to invest over 23 million francs (24,5 million euros) in roads, bridges and load-bearing structures in 2025

'Google Street View' now completely covers the country, after Google's camera car was on the road in Liechtenstein in August

Sunday's referendum on joining the International Monetary Fund passed with 55,8% votes in favor and 44,2% against; the move aimed at integrating the tiny principality more deeply into multilateral affairs and creating a backstop for potential emergencies

The Liechtenstein Health Insurance Association predicts an increase in health insurance premiums but says that the increase will be lower than in the previous year