Liechtenstein Joins the Artemis Accords: A Historic Milestone in Space Collaboration

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On Friday, December 20, 2024, the Principality of Liechtenstein proudly signed the Artemis Accords, marking a significant step in international space cooperation and the peaceful exploration of outer space. The signing ceremony took place at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., where Director of the Office for Communications Rainer Schnepfleitner officially signed the Accords on behalf of Liechtenstein, making it the 52nd signatory nation.

Goodwill Ambassador Marco Büchel Visits Washington

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From November 18-20, Marco Büchel, one of Liechtenstein's most renowned personalities, visited Washington, D.C., for a series of events aimed at fostering connections between Liechtenstein and the United States. Marco, who proudly represented Liechtenstein as a professional alpine ski racer on the global stage, continues to serve as a Goodwill Ambassador of Liechtenstein’s culture and values.

US-Liechtenstein Relations Enter New Era with the First Strategic and Economic Partnership Dialogue Between Both Countries

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On October 22 and 23, 2024, the United States and Liechtenstein launched the inaugural US-Liechtenstein Strategic and Economic Partnership Dialogue in Washington, D.C. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Liechtenstein’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dominique Hasler, headed their respective delegations, marking a new chapter in the strong partnership between the two countries.

In Historic Step, Liechtenstein Becomes the IMF’s 191st Member

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On Monday, October 21, 2024, Liechtenstein officially became the 191st member of the International Monetary Fund.

 

Prime Minister Daniel Risch signed the original Articles of Agreement at the US Department of State in Washington, D.C., marking a significant step for Liechtenstein’s global financial integration. This decision, backed by a popular vote in Liechtenstein, highlights the nation’s commitment to international cooperation and economic stability.

Ambassador Sparber Visits Wyoming & South Dakota

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From September 30 to October 2, 2024, Ambassador Georg Sparber visited Wyoming and South Dakota to deepen bilateral relations and explore areas of collaboration, focusing on innovation in digital finance, advanced manufacturing, and international trade. The visit facilitated high-level discussions with government officials, business leaders, and academic institutions, furthering Liechtenstein’s ties with these partners.

Agreement Establishing a Strategic and Economic Partnership Dialogue Signed with US

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On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler and the Ambassador of the United States of America to Liechtenstein, Scott Miller, signed an agreement to establish a Strategic and Economic Partnership Dialogue. With the agreement, the two countries commit to regular meetings at senior official level and an even closer exchange on topics of bilateral, global and multilateral interest.

Liechtenstein’s Deputy Prime Minister Sabine Monauni Visits the United States

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From April 29 to May 2, Deputy Prime Minister Sabine Monauni, who is Liechtenstein’s Minister of Home Affairs, Economy and Environment, visited the US. In Washington, DC she held bilateral talks on Liechtenstein - US economic relations. The US is one of Liechtenstein’s most important economic and trading partners with Liechtenstein companies providing over 6’300 US jobs, against its population of 40’000.

Ambassador Sparber Visits Pittsburgh

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On April 8 and 9, 2024 Ambassador Georg Sparber visited Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was hosted by the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA) and Pitt Global, the university’s department of global affairs.

Liechtenstein and United States Sign MOU on Apprenticeships

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On March 21, Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler and Scott Miller, US Ambassador to Liechtenstein and Switzerland, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on apprenticeships and work-based learning. The MOU will allow relevant stakeholders to promote cooperation among industry, labor, education and government to strengthen “apprenticeships that equip students and workers across a broad range of industries and sectors with competencies developed and valued by the private sector, and that can lead to quality jobs,” as stated in the MOU.

Foreign Minister Hasler Visits Washington

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On March 13 and 14, Dominique Hasler, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education and Sport, visited Washington, DC for bilateral meetings and, as current Chair of the Committee of Ministers in the Council of Europe, for a dialogue at the Organization of American States.