Liechtenstein

The Principality of Liechtenstein is a doubly landlocked German-speaking microstate in Central Europe. The principality is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein is bordered by Switzerland to the west and south and Austria to the east and north. It has an area of just over 160 square kilometers (62 square miles), making it the fourth smallest country in Europe after the Vatican City, Monaco and San Marino. Its population of 37,000 is the smallest of any country in the European Union. The country has a strong financial sector and is a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) and of the European Economic Area (EEA). It uses the Swiss franc as its national currency. The principality's constitution guarantees freedom of religion. Roman Catholicism is the state religion, but other religions are tolerated. The economy of Liechtenstein is highly diversified and based on a free market. Industry is the largest sector, followed by services and agriculture. The country is home to many multinational companies, such as Hilti and Mikron. The official language is German, but most people also speak English. The Principality of Liechtenstein is a doubly landlocked German-speaking microstate in Central Europe. The principality is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein is bordered by Switzerland to the west and south and Austria to the east and north. It has an area of just over 160 square kilometers (62 square miles), making it the fourth smallest country in Europe after the Vatican City, Monaco and San Marino. Its population of 37,000 is the smallest of any country in the European Union. The country has a strong financial sector and is a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) and of the European Economic Area (EEA). It uses the Swiss franc as its national currency. The principality's constitution guarantees freedom of religion. Roman Catholicism is the state religion, but other religions are tolerated. The economy of Liechtenstein is highly diversified and based on a free market. Industry is the largest sector, followed by services and agriculture. The country is home to many multinational companies, such as Hilti and Mikron. The official language is German, but most people also speak English.