Diplomatic Representation in Brussels (B)
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Embassy of the Principality of Liechtenstein
1 Place du Congrès, 1000 Bruxelles
Phone (+32) 2 229 39 00
In case of emergency please call: +32 (0) 490 65 65 30
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Below you will find the latest news and documents:
November 24, 2023 - Martin Spalt and the Realschule Vaduz receive the European Innovative Teaching Award
Today, Martin Spalt and the Realschule (secondary school) Vaduz were awarded the European Innovative Teaching Award in Brussels. They received the award for the STE(A)M education involving peer-to-peer teaching project, which has been implemented together with the partner school Campus Sint Ursula in Lier, Belgium, since 2018. You can find more information about the project here or here.
The award recognizes successfully completed projects funded by the Erasmus+ programme. It provides an opportunity to highlight the benefits of European cooperation in education through transnational activities. Over 90 projects were honored during the event, covering a wide range of topics such as the use of information and communication technologies (ICT), robotics, virtual reality and 3D printing. As part of this, Florian Nuxoll (teacher and research associate at the University of Tübingen, Germany) gave the keynote speech on the topic of artificial intelligence and showed how important it is to teach children how to use AI from a young age.
We are very pleased for Martin Spalt and the Realschule Vaduz and congratulate them on their successful project!
16 and 17 September 2023 - Liechtenstein Embassy in Brussels participates in the Heritage Days
On 16 and 17 September 2023 the 35edition of the Heritage Days took place in the Brussels-Capital Region. The Liechtenstein Embassy in Brussels participated for the first time. Visitors were able to enjoy a promotional film about the Principality of Liechtenstein, discover the material heritage in the areas of culture, economy and industry, and explore Liechtenstein's architectural monuments and natural landscapes. Samples of our culinary heritage were also offered. 182 people enjoyed the journey of discovery.
11 and 12 September 2023 - Heads of state of the German-speaking countries meet in Belgium
On 11 and 12 September the King of the Belgians as host was joined by the Heads of State of Luxembourg, Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein in Belgium.
The main topic "Space" led to a very interesting exchange of experiences with astronauts from the European Space Agency (ESA). It was shown that Europe – while facing other pressing problems - will have to decide in the coming months whether it sees a perspective for itself in space travel, or whether it will miss decisive steps and run the risk of being further marginalized politically and industrially in this area.
In his speech, Hereditary Prince Alois was also able to briefly discuss the Space Act, which is currently being dealt with by parliament, and explained that the pleasingly rapid implementation phase is mainly due to the short distances in Liechtenstein.
On 12 September, the focus was on the circular economy and, in addition to an open exchange on this important topic, the heads of state also visited Kabelwerk EUPEN AG, which is one of the leading companies in Europe in its field and, due to its production processes, represents a concrete and illustrative example of the circular economy in practice.
F.l.t.r.: The German-speaking Heads of State of Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein and Austria (accompanied): Alain Berset, Muriel Zeender Berset, Elke Büdenbender, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, H.M. Queen Mathilde, H.M. King Philippe, H.R.H. Grand Duchess Maria, H.R.H. Grand Duke Henri, H.R.H. Hereditary Princess Sophie, H.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois von und zu Liechtenstein, Doris Schmidauer, Alexander Van der Bellen. (Source: Belgium MFA)
15 June 2023 - Supporting the future of Syria and the region - Brussels seventh Conference
The high-level ministerial meeting at the Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region on 15 June brought together representatives from 57 countries and 30 international organisations.
Liechtenstein made a pledge of CHF 500,000 for Syria in 2023, in addition to contributions in the context of the earthquake, underscores the continued commitment of Liechtenstein. Furthermore, Liechtenstein underlines that sustainable peace in Syria will not be possible without accountability.
See the Liechtenstein statement.
Pascal Schafhauser, Ambassador of Liechtenstein to the EU
23 May 2023 - The EEA/EFTA States and EU discuss current challenges for Europe's competitiveness and security
On Wednesday 23 May, the Foreign Ministers of the EEA/EFTA States met with the EU Council Presidency, the EU Commission and the European External Action Service in Brussels for the biannual EEA Council. In addition to the good functioning of the EEA Agreement, current challenges for the competitiveness of the European internal market as well as common foreign policy priorities in the Ukraine war and relations with China were discussed. Minister Dominique Hasler represented Liechtenstein at the meetings.
See the media release (German only) as well as the Liechtenstein statements and the joint statement of the EEA/EFTA States.
F.l.t.r.: Anniken Huitfeldt, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Norway; Dominique Hasler Minister of Foreign Affairs of Liechtenstein, Thórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörd Gylfadóttir, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iceland; Jessika Roswall, Minister for EU Affairs of Sweden; Maroš Šefčovič, Vice-President of the European Commission and Commissioner for Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight - (Source: EFTA)
5th Review Conference of the OPCW
Repeated violations of the global norm against the use of chemical weapons show the continued importance of the OPCW (Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons). Ambassador Schafhauser represented Liechtenstein at the 5th OPCW Conference. Liechtenstein condemns any violations of the Chemical Weapons Convention.
Pascal Schafhauser, Ambassador of Liechtenstein to the EU
20 March 2023 – International Donors’ Conference in support of the people in Türkiye & Syria
In view of the enormous destruction & dramatic need for humanitarian aid, Liechtenstein supports earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria with a total of CHF 400,000. CHF 200,000 have already been allocated to RET International and IFRC. Liechtenstein was represented by Ambassador Pascal Schafhauser.
See the Liechtenstein statement.
Pascal Schafhauser, Ambassador of Liechtenstein to the EU
9 March 2023 – Improved exchange of information in the Schengen-Area in focus of Ministerial Meeting in Brussels
On 9 March, Deputy Deputy Prime Minister Sabine Monauni attended the Schengen and Home Affairs Council in Brussels. The Ministers for Home Affairs of the EU Member States and Schengen-associated States discussed the modernised Schengen Information System (SIS), which was introduced earlier in the week. Other topics on the agenda included the revision of other information systems, the future of the common visa policy of the Schengen states, and the areas of asylum and migration.
See the press release (German only).
F.l.t.r.: Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein; Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, Federal Councillor of Switzerland
Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein
8 December 2022 – Deputy Prime Minister Sabine Monauni attends the EU council meeting on Home Affairs
On 8 December 2022, the Ministers for Home Affairs of the EU Member States and Schengen-associated States met in Brussels for an exchange on the current challenges for Europe in the areas of migration and internal security as well as the current state of the Schengen area. The EU Ministers decided that the Schengen acquis shall be fully applied to Croatia starting on 1 January 2023. Citizens and companies from Croatia will hence be able to travel to the Schengen area without border controls starting on 1 January 2023. Deputy Prime Minister Sabine Monauni participated in the discussions on behalf of Liechtenstein.
See the press release (German only).
F.l.t.r.: Kristján Andri Stefánsson, Ambassador of Iceland to the EU; Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein; Jón Gunnarsson, Minister of Justice of Iceland.
F.l.t.r.: Gerhard Karner, Federal Minister for the Interior of Austria and Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein.