Liechtenstein changes its rules to allow women to inherit the Alpine principality’s throne
Summary
Liechtenstein’s royal family changed its rules so that a woman can inherit the throne in the future. The new rule means the eldest child will become the ruler, no matter if they are a boy or a girl.Key Facts
- The change was announced by Hereditary Prince Alois on the country’s national day.
- The family voted with a two-thirds majority to approve the new succession rule.
- The rule changed from "male primogeniture" (only boys inherit) to "absolute primogeniture" (eldest child inherits regardless of sex).
- Prince Hans-Adam II is still the head of state but gave most powers to his son Alois in 2004.
- Alois’ eldest child, Prince Joseph Wenzel, is currently first in line under the new rule.
- Liechtenstein is a small, wealthy country with 40,000 people, located near Switzerland and Austria.
- The country has a powerful monarchy compared to others in Europe, with the prince able to veto laws and appoint officials.
- Liechtenstein was the last European nation to allow women to vote nationally, starting in 1984.
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