A 22-year-old FC Thun fan has received a nine-week suspended prison sentence in Liechtenstein, becoming the fourth individual convicted for hooliganism following riots after an October 2024 match against FC Vaduz. The court emphasized a strong stance against increasing football violence.
Liechtenstein has announced a reduction in interest rates for late VAT payments and refunds, lowering them from 4.5% to 4%. The new rates, published in the Official Gazette, will take effect on January 1, 2026, impacting businesses and taxpayers in the principality.
The Liechtenstein government has adopted a new ordinance regulating fees in first-instance administrative penal proceedings, effective January 1, 2026. This measure follows the introduction of a new Administrative Criminal Law.
The Liacht Foundation is set to host its third annual Charity Day in Vaduz on December 7, 2025, with the patronage of Hereditary Princess Sophie. The event, held at the Rathaussaal, will feature musical performances and a dedicated donation phone line to support individuals and families in financial hardship across Liechtenstein.
The Council of Europe's anti-corruption body, GRECO, published its latest follow-up report on Liechtenstein, noting the full implementation of ten out of sixteen recommendations. While progress is evident, particularly with a new code of conduct, significant areas for improvement remain concerning parliamentarians' integrity and transparency.
Liechtenstein's emergency services, led by the State Police, reported a relatively quiet weekend from November 28 to November 30, 2025. Incidents handled included cases of intoxicated drivers and a flooded basement, indicating a period of reduced emergency activity across the Principality.
The Liechtenstein national football team suffered a significant 7-0 defeat against Belgium in their final World Cup qualification match on November 18, 2025. The match, held at Stade Maurice Dufrasne, saw Belgium secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup, with Jeremy Doku and Charles De Ketelaere each scoring twice.
As avian influenza spreads in neighboring Switzerland, Liechtenstein has declared itself an observation area, enacting federal protection measures for poultry farms. Effective November 27, 2025, these regulations aim to prevent the virus's transmission to domestic birds, requiring strict biosecurity protocols and restricted movement for poultry.
Liemobil, Liechtenstein's public transport operator, was hit by a targeted cyberattack on Friday, November 21, 2025. The incident led to the circulation of fraudulent emails urging recipients to click on malicious links, prompting an immediate warning from the company.
The Four-Country Arbitration Conference (Vierländerkonferenz) 2025, co-organized by the Liechtenstein Arbitration Association, will take place in Munich, Germany, on November 20-21, 2025. The event brings together arbitration experts from Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland to discuss key topics including the recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards, costs, third-party participation, and arbitration in inheritance and trust law.
A recent workshop in Schaan, Liechtenstein, centered on leveraging AI and bots for operational automation and efficiency. Participants learned to streamline tasks using Microsoft Power Automate Desktop, integrating artificial intelligence without requiring programming knowledge. The free, practical session aimed to enhance productivity in areas like accounting and data management.
Bulgaria, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway have signed Memoranda of Understanding for financial mechanisms totaling EUR 260 million. These funds, part of the EEA and Norway Grants 2021-2028, aim to reduce socio-economic disparities in Bulgaria across various sectors.
Digital Liechtenstein, in collaboration with the University of Liechtenstein, is holding its third Cybersecurity Conference on November 17, 2025. The event in Vaduz will gather experts from business, science, and politics to discuss pressing cybersecurity challenges, trends, and solutions, emphasizing their significance for the nation's economy.
The Grand Casino Liechtenstein is currently hosting the GCPS Million, a major poker event guaranteeing a prize pool of 1,000,000 Swiss Francs. Part of the Grand Casino Poker Series, the tournament features a 1,100 CHF buy-in and runs its final Day 1 flights from November 13th to 15th, culminating in the final on November 17th.
Liechtenstein officially commenced its carnival season, known as Fasnacht, on November 11th at 11:11 AM. The festive start in Vaduz included the symbolic handover of the town hall key and performances by Guggenmusik groups, marking the beginning of the 'fifth season' in the principality.
Vaduz on Ice, the popular winter attraction in Liechtenstein, opens its twelfth season on November 7, 2025, at the Rathausplatz. Offering ice skating, ice stock sport, and diverse culinary delights, the event runs until January 6, 2026, promising festive fun for all ages.
A specialized seminar on space law was recently held in Triesen, Liechtenstein, focusing on the legal framework for private and international engagement in space. The event, which took place on September 17-18, 2025, provided in-depth insights into international treaties and Liechtenstein's new Space Act, which came into force on January 1, 2024.
The Liechtenstein government adopted its response to an interpellation from the Democrats pro Liechtenstein (DpL) concerning the district heating network of Liechtenstein Wärme. The interpellation, submitted on May 13, 2025, questioned the economic viability, efficiency, and significant investments in the network, which is crucial for the country's climate goals.
Liechtenstein's National Police, fire departments, and the LRK rescue service faced a demanding weekend from October 31 to November 2, 2025, responding to multiple traffic accidents, a house fire, and various interventions involving a party and intoxicated individuals.
A recent online fraud incident in Liechtenstein saw a woman lose tens of thousands of francs after fraudsters exploited an online classifieds sale. The scam involved fake payment receipts, QR codes, and spoofed banking websites to steal e-banking credentials, prompting a warning from the Liechtenstein National Police about sophisticated cybercrime tactics.
