Business opportunities
Liechtenstein: An Economic Model
Liechtenstein's economy is heavily export-oriented due to its small domestic market. Consequently, the Liechtenstein government is wholeheartedly committed to creating the framework necessary to enable companies to succeed internationally in highly competitive markets. As a result, the industrial sector alone boasts close to six hundred enterprises, many of which are small and medium sized companies, whose products succeed internationally in highly specialized market niches, making Liechtenstein's economy strongly diversified.
Apart from small and medium sized companies, a handful of large, globally active enterprises have their headquarters and production sites in Liechtenstein. The government's dedication to create a business environment to suit the specific requirements of global enterprises can be witnessed in the endorsement of modern employment legislation and a newly enhanced tax law, forming the basis of sustained company wealth.
Economic success in technology-driven and knowledge-based industries requires a highly qualified workforce and Research & Development institutions. In Liechtenstein, more than 90% of investments into R&D are financed by the industry. To satisfy the industry's requirements, the government has created an effective and progressive educational system and enjoys close ties with more than thirty Universities and their R&D institutions, located in and around Liechtenstein. It is this unique convergence of industry, innovation, education and entrepreneurship together with an active and enthusiastic government support that makes Liechtenstein an ideal hub for international companies.
Apart from small and medium sized companies, a handful of large, globally active enterprises have their headquarters and production sites in Liechtenstein. The government's dedication to create a business environment to suit the specific requirements of global enterprises can be witnessed in the endorsement of modern employment legislation and a newly enhanced tax law, forming the basis of sustained company wealth.
Economic success in technology-driven and knowledge-based industries requires a highly qualified workforce and Research & Development institutions. In Liechtenstein, more than 90% of investments into R&D are financed by the industry. To satisfy the industry's requirements, the government has created an effective and progressive educational system and enjoys close ties with more than thirty Universities and their R&D institutions, located in and around Liechtenstein. It is this unique convergence of industry, innovation, education and entrepreneurship together with an active and enthusiastic government support that makes Liechtenstein an ideal hub for international companies.