Liechtenstein is a principality governed under a semi-constitutional monarchy. It has a form of mixed constitution in which political power is shared by the monarch and a democratically elected parliament. There is a two-party system and a form of representative democracy in which the prime minister and head of government is responsible to parliament. However,the Prince of Liechtenstein is head of state and exercises considerable political powers.
Vaduz is the capital of Liechtenstein and also the seat of the national parliament. The city,which is located along the Rhine,has 5,696 residents. The most prominent landmark of Vaduz is Vaduz Castle,perched atop a steep hill overlooking the city. It is home to the reigning prince of Liechtenstein and the Liechtenstein princely family. The city's distinctive architecture is also displayed in landmarks such as the Cathedral of St. Florin,Government House,City Hall,the National Art Gallery,as well as the National Museum. Although Vaduz is the best-known town in the principality internationally,it is not the largest;neighbouring Schaan has a larger population.
Hans Brunhart is a politician and journalist from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1978 to 1993. He previously served as Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1974 to 1978,under the government of Walter Kieber.
Klaus Tschütscher is a politician from Liechtenstein who served as the Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 2009 to 2013. He previously served as Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 2005 to 2009,under the government of Otmar Hasler.
Mario K. Frick is a lawyer and politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1993 to 2001. He previously served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein in 1993,under the government of Markus Büchel.
Gerard Batliner was a lawyer and politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1962 to 1970. He later served in the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 1974 to 1982 and as the President of the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 1974 to 1977. Additionally,he held numerous positions within the Council of Europe.
Alfred Hilbe was a politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1970 to 1974. He previously served as Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1965 to 1970,under the government of Gerard Batliner.
Markus Büchel was a lawyer and politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein in 1993. Serving for just under 7 months,he is the shortest serving prime minister in Liechtenstein's history.
Gustav Schädler was a teacher and politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1922 to 1928. He previously served in the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 1919 to 1922.
General elections were held in Liechtenstein on 4 April 1939. Although a new system of proportional representation had been introduced to pacify voters at a time when the country was under threat from neighbouring Nazi Germany,it was not used and the elections became known as the "silent elections" as no actual vote was held. Instead,the governing Progressive Citizens' Party and opposition Patriotic Union formed a coalition,assigning a roughly equal number of seats each,in order to prevent the German National Movement in Liechtenstein from acquiring any seats in the Landtag.
Adrian Hasler is an economist and politician from Liechtenstein who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 2013 to 2021. He previously served in the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 2001 to 2004.
Franz Josef Hoop was a Liechtensteiner diplomat and politician who served as Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1928 to 1945. Hoop is best known for his efforts to retain Liechtenstein's neutrality and independence during World War II. Serving for seventeen years,he is the longest-serving prime minister in the country's history,ahead of his successor Alexander Frick by 79 days. He served under the reign of Johann II,Franz I and Franz Joseph II,making him the only prime minister to serve under three Princes of Liechtenstein consecutively.
Daniel Risch is a Liechtensteiner politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Liechtenstein since 2021. He was previously Deputy Prime Minister 2017 to 2021,under the government of Adrian Hasler.
Alois Vogt was an advocate and political figure from Liechtenstein who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1938 to 1945. He later served in the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 1949 to 1966.
Anton Frommelt was a pastor and political figure from Liechtenstein who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1933 to 1938. He was also President of the Landtag of Liechtenstein from 1928 to 1944.
The Klaus Tschütscher cabinet was the governing body of Liechtenstein from 25 March 2008 to 27 March 2013. It was appointed by regent Alois on behalf of Hans-Adam II and chaired by Klaus Tschütscher
Thomas Büchel is a politician from Liechtenstein who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1993 to 1997,under the government of Mario Frick. He previously served in the Landtag of Liechtenstein in 1993.
Michael Ritter is a lawyer and former politician from Liechtenstein who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 1997 to 2001,under the government of Mario Frick. He also served as a government councillor from 1993 to 2001.
