SIFEM publishes its 2024 Business & Financial Report - a record investment year under a new legal mandate
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Actualités sur Politik
Australia's next government must mend structural cracks appearing in its political, economic and social foundation, report finds
Los Angeles/DNA (ots) - Australia boasts some of the world's most sophisticated political institutions and one of its wealthiest economies. But this veneer of success masks deeper structural issues - and a "ticking time bomb" of overreliance on extractive industries must be addressed under Australia's next ...
plusOceanCare to Participate in “Road to UNOC3” Panel at ChangeNOW 2025 Summit in Paris
High-profile panel at ChangeNOW Summit in Paris to be joined by OceanCare to advocate for ocean protection action ahead of the critical UN Ocean Conference in June. PRESS RELEASE – 23 April 2025 OceanCare to Participate in “Road to UNOC3” Panel at ChangeNOW 2025 Summit in Paris - Nicolas Entrup, Director International Relations at OceanCare, to join high-profile ...
plusCanada must reduce reliance on extractive industries and U.S. exports, report finds
Los Angeles/Ottawa (ots) - From dissatisfaction with the Trudeau government to dissatisfaction with Trump’s policies — compounded by general anxiety around tariffs, the economy and a deteriorating relationship with the U.S. — navigating an economic downturn should be an immediate priority for Canada as it heads into a federal election, a new report recommends. In ...
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When political leaders' personalities threaten democracy
Bern (ots) - By combining electoral data with psychological assessments, political scientists have shown that the polarisation of our societies largely stems from the problematic personalities of some elected representatives. The personalities of politicians seem to directly impact the polarisation of society. With support from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), a team from the University of Lausanne, led by ...
plusFinal report on the IMF's first Article IV Consultation paints a positive picture of the Liechtenstein economy
Vaduz (ots) - Liechtenstein joined the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on 21 October 2024. The first Article IV Consultation took place in Liechtenstein in January 2025. These country visits by IMF experts are conducted annually in all IMF member states and serve to monitor and analyse economic developments and ...
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Government approves consultation report on amendment of the GloBE Act
Vaduz (ots) - In its meeting on 18 March 2025, the Government approved the consultation report on amendment of the Law on the Minimum Taxation of Large Enterprise Groups (GloBE Act). The minimum taxation developed by the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS stipulates that multinational enterprise groups with revenue of more than 750 million euros are subject to an ...
plusLondon Blockchain Event Series Successfully Hosts the Second Government Event on Blockchain's role in Public Sector Reform
London (ots/PRNewswire) - The London Blockchain Conference (LBC) successfully hosted its second government event at the House of Lords on Tuesday 4th March. This exclusive, invite-only gathering brought together leading policymakers, innovators and public sector leaders to discuss the transformative potential of ...
plusRace to Ratify High Seas Treaty: 42 More Countries Needed to Protect Ocean Biodiversity
Two years after historic Treaty was finalised, marine conservation experts urge swift action to bring vital Ocean protection Treaty into force. PRESS RELEASE – 3 March 2024 Race to Ratify High Seas Treaty: 42 More Countries Needed to Protect Ocean Biodiversity - Two years after historic agreement, the Treaty is still far from entering into force. - 18 out of ...
plusLiechtenstein Initiative presented under the Title "Book of Europe - Firsthand Visions of the Future of Europe"
Vaduz (ots) - The "Book of Europe" contains contributions from 33 European countries on the future of Europe. Against the backdrop of the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe and the current geopolitical challenges, Liechtenstein's Prime Minister Daniel Risch and Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler initiated the ...
plusGlobal Instability Highlights Need for Bold European Leadership on Ocean Protection
As multilateralism faces severe challenges, Europe must take up a global leadership role in tackling the triple planetary crisis, including protection of marine ecosystems. PRESS RELEASE – 26 February 2025 Global Instability Highlights Need for Bold European Leadership on Ocean Protection - As multilateral cooperation faces existential threats, Europe must step up ...
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More electric cars at lower cost by adapting incentives
Bern (ots) - The Swiss government aims to encourage more people to make the switch to electric vehicles, but current incentive policies are not efficient. Economists supported by the SNSF are proposing improvements. The electrification of the car fleet is one of the solutions proposed to combat greenhouse gas emissions. Economists supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) have assessed the financial ...
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London Blockchain Event Series Hosts the Second Government Event on Blockchain's role in Public Sector Reform
London (ots/PRNewswire) - The London Blockchain Conference (LBC) will host its second government event at the House of Lords, the second chamber/upper house of the UK Parliament on 4 March. This exclusive event will bring together innovators, policymakers, and public sector leaders to discuss the critical role of ...
plusGermany "rested on its laurels" too long, report finds
plusIMF conducts first Article IV consultation in Liechtenstein
Vaduz (ots) - From 7 to 20 January 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) conducted the first of its Article IV consultations in Liechtenstein, which will now take place annually. Over the course of these two weeks, IMF economists and representatives of Liechtenstein's Constituency held numerous discussions with public authorities, organisations, and companies in the country to familiarise themselves with and assess ...
plusFinally - Switzerland to Sign the UN High Seas Treaty
BBNJ-Agreement: Swiss Federal Council decides to sign and submit to Parliament for ratification. PRESS RELEASE – 15 January 2025 Finally - Switzerland to Sign the UN High Seas Treaty - The Swiss Federal Council decided in today's meeting to sign the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ-Agreement) and submit it to Parliament for ratification. - With this decision, Switzerland joins over 100 countries that have already signed the ...
plusUN Negotiations in Busan: Bridge Built Towards Historic Global Plastics Treaty
UN member states have built a bridge towards an ambitious global treaty to end plastic pollution at the negotiations in Busan, South Korea – but an additional negotiating session will be needed in 2025 to finalise the agreement. PRESS RELEASE – 1 December 2024 UN Negotiations in Busan: Bridge Built Towards Historic Global Plastics Treaty - An impressive majority ...
plusAffirmation of highest rating of AAA with a stable outlook for Liechtenstein
Vaduz (ots) - As part of the semi-annual review of Liechtenstein's country rating, the international rating agency S&P Global Ratings affirmed the highest rating of AAA with a stable outlook in its research update of 25 November 2024. According to the rating agency's report, the retention of the highest rating reflects Liechtenstein's healthy financial position ...
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Final Negotiations Begin: The World Needs a Strong Treaty to End Plastic Pollution
As UN member states gather in Korea for the final round of plastics treaty negotiations, OceanCare calls for decisive action: The world needs ambitious legal measures to reduce plastic production and protect marine life. PRESS RELEASE – 21 November 2024 Final Negotiations Begin: The World Needs a Strong Treaty to End Plastic Pollution - UN member states gather in ...
plusTech industry: downturn continues
Zürich (ots) - The situation in the Swiss tech industry (mechanical and electrical engineering industries and related technology sectors) remains challenging. In the first nine months of this year, sales were down 4.2% compared with the same quarter of the previous year, with goods exports and new orders declining by 3.6% and 0.3%, respectively. The primary factor behind this situation is economic weakness in the EU and, in particular, Germany. Key indicators do not point ...
plusGovernment adopts statement on the Law implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on markets in crypto-assets
Vaduz (ots) - In its meeting on 5 November 2024, the Government adopted its statement on the enactment of a Law implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on markets in crypto-assets and amending other laws. It also adopted amendments to the Due Diligence Act implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1113 on information ...
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SUSTAINABLE MARKETS INITIATIVE UNVEILS SUPPORT TO COMMONWEALTH MEMBER STATES AT CHOGM
Apia, Samoa (ots/PRNewswire) - In support of His Majesty King Charles III's visits to Australia and Samoa, for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), SMI launches further support for Commonwealth Member States - Pacific Hub launched in Australia to enhance alignment of industry, finance and country efforts to accelerate delivery on global climate and ...
plusLiechtenstein and the United States take their bilateral cooperation to a new level
Vaduz (ots) - The first Strategic and Economic Partnership Dialogue between Liechtenstein and the United States took place in Washington D.C. on 22 October. The talks centred on economic and security policy cooperation between the two countries. The new dialogue format is the result of several years of intensive and close cooperation between the two countries. The ...
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Schweizerischer Nationalfonds / Fonds national suisse
International law with cantonal twists
plusPrime Minister Daniel Risch signs IMF agreement in Washington DC
Vaduz (ots) - On Monday, 21 October 2024, Prime Minister Daniel Risch signed the agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington DC. The signing took place one month after the referendum in Liechtenstein was held, in which 55.8% of voters supported joining the IMF. In his speech, Prime Minister Daniel Risch highlighted the importance of the accession: "Joining the IMF as its 191st member is undoubtedly ...
plusElection integrity at stake: Report highlights governance issues in the US
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Un documentplus Rockefeller Foundation Joins G20 Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty to Advance Climate-Resilient School Meals
Rome (ots/PRNewswire) - The Rockefeller Foundation became the first philanthropy to join the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty (Global Alliance) at an event today with its President Rajiv Shah, the Brazilian Ambassador to the Rome-based Agencies, Carla Barroso Carneiro, and The Food and Agriculture ...
plusTaicang Day celebrates deepening China-Germany cooperation
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