Politics & Government Guide in Liechtenstein

Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions

Liechtenstein operates as a constitutional monarchy with a unicameral parliament and power shared between the Prince, government, and Landtag. The current coalition government, led by Prime Minister Brigitte Haas of the Patriotic Union since April 2025, reflects the traditional dominance of VU and FBP. A 2024 referendum upheld the existing indirect election of the executive by parliament and appointment by the Prince.

Government Type

Constitutional Monarchy

Legal System

Civil law system

Head of State

Prince Hans-Adam II(since 1989)

Head of Government

Prime Minister Brigitte Haas(Patriotic Union)since 2025

Legislature

Type:unicameral

Lower House:Landtag (25 seats)

Major Political Parties

Patriotic Union(VU)

Liberal-conservative

Progressive Citizens' Party(FBP)

Conservative

Voting Rights

Citizens aged 18 and over have full voting rights in national, local, and referenda elections.

Recent Developments

Parliamentary elections held on February 9, 2025, resulting in new Landtag composition
Brigitte Haas (VU) sworn in as Prime Minister on April 10, 2025, forming coalition government with FBP
2024 referendum on direct election of government rejected, maintaining current appointment system

Voting Age18

SuffrageUniversal

Constitution1921

Municipalities11