Liechtenstein, independent principality in central Europe; bounded on the east by Austria, and on the south, west, and north by Switzerland. One of the smallest independent states in the world, Liechtenstein has a total area of 160 sq km (62 sq mi). You can look for differences between Liechtenstein and Switzerland but you're kidding yourself if you think you've found many. Sure, it has its own stamps...
Full country name: Principality of Liechtenstein
Area: 160 sq km
Population: 33,145
Capital City: Vaduz
People: Germanic 87.5%, Italian, Turkish, other 12.5%
Language: German, English, French
Religion: Roman Catholic, Protestant
Government: hereditary constitutional monarchy on a democratic and parliamentary basis
Head of State: Prince Sovereign Prince Hans Adam II
Head of Government: Head of Government Otmar Hasler
GDP: US$825 million
GDP per capita: US$25,000
Inflation: 1%
Major Industries: Dental products, hardware, pottery, specialty machinery, stamps.
Major Trading Partners: EU, Switzerland
Member of EU: No
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