Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to ascend the throne
The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.
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"With this change in the law, we want to ensure that both the Principality of Liechtenstein and the Princely House are led by the person who has been best prepared for this responsibility."
— Hereditary Prince Alois , Other
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Hereditary Prince Alois is the first-born son of Prince Hans-Adam II and has carried out most official royal duties for the last two decades.
Hereditary Princess Sophie is the wife of Hereditary Prince Alois.
Prince Hans-Adam II has been the head of the royal family of Liechtenstein since 1989.
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The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.
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