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The Principality of Liechtenstein
The Principality of Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy established on democratic parliamentary principles. The head of state is the reigning Prince von und zu Liechtenstein, currently Hans-Adam II. After the middle of 2004, government business will be handed over to his son, Crown Prince Alois.

The Principality of Liechtenstein lies at the centre of Europe, nestled between Switzerland and Austria.

The Principality of Liechtenstein lies at the centre of Europe

A total of some 33,600 inhabitants live in 11 municipalities which cover an area of 160 km2. Approx. 34% of the inhabitants are foreigners. The official language is German.

The Principality of Liechtenstein has been in a customs and currency union with Switzerland since 1924. For this reason the official currency is the Swiss Franc (CHF). Furthermore, the Principality of Liechtenstein has been a member of the Council of Europe since 1978, a member of the UN since 1990 and a member of the European Economic Area (EEA) since 1995.

The most important economic sectors are the industrial and service sectors, which account for more than 98% of gross domestic product. The financial services sector alone accounts for 30% of this.

There are currently 15 banks in the Principality of Liechtenstein with approx. 1780 employees and total assets of approx. CHF 34.2 billion. Client assets under management amount to some CHF 107 billion.

The financial centre Liechtenstein offers its clients the following key advantages:
  • liberal company law
  • special tax privileges
  • secure economic and political environment at the centre of Europe
  • free movement of capital and a stable currency
  • strong banking system
  • ideal infrastructure
  • high level of discretion with respect to compliance with international legal standards in the field of preventing money laundering and organised crime



Euromanagement & Trust Company Establishment
FL-9490 Vaduz, Meierhofstrasse 2, PO Box 135, Liechtenstein
Tel. +423 236 11 00, Fax +423 236 11 01
office@euromanagement.li - www.euromanagement.li

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