Liechtenstein changes its rules to allow women to inherit the Alpine principality’s throne
VADUZ, Liechtenstein (AP) — Liechtenstein’s royal house said Saturday that the tiny country’s rules of succession will be changed so that a woman could in the future inherit the…
Liechtenstein has announced changes to its rules of succession, allowing for the possibility of a woman inheriting the throne in the future. Prince Alois of Liechtenstein made the announcement in his speech marking the country's national day. The change, which received approval by a two-thirds majority of family members, will shift from male primogeniture to absolute primogeniture.
This means that the first-born child, regardless of gender, will become the heir to the throne and later the prince or princess of Liechtenstein. The alteration is expected not to impact the current top of the line of succession, as Prince Hans-Adam II remains the head of state. Alois' eldest son, Prince Joseph Wenzel, is currently the second in line.
Liechtenstein, a small affluent nation of 40,000 people, borders Switzerland and Austria. The ruling prince holds significant power, including the ability to veto referendum results, appoint judges, and dismiss the government.
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