Principality of Liechtenstein, is a German-speaking microstate located in the Alps between Austria and Switzerland. Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein. Divided into 11 municipalities, its capital is Vaduz, and its largest municipality is Schaan. Liechtenstein is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world; the other being Uzbekistan. Liechtenstein is a member of the United Nations, the European Free Trade Association, and the Council of Europe.
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Economy:
It is based on industry, with a small but significant agricultural sector, and services. The country participates in a customs union with Switzerland and uses the Swiss franc as its national currency. It imports more than 85% of its energy requirements. Liechtenstein has been a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) since 1991. It also has been a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) since 1991 (previously its interests had been represented by Switzerland).
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