
Liechtenstein Parliament Backs Initiative to Legalize Abortion Despite Prince's Opposition
The Liechtenstein parliament has approved a measure to legalize abortion, though hereditary prince Alois has publicly voiced his veto against the reform.
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The Liechtenstein parliament has approved a measure to legalize abortion, though hereditary prince Alois has publicly voiced his veto against the reform.

Efforts to modernize Liechtenstein's restrictive abortion laws, which currently force women to travel abroad for the procedure, are underway, but Hereditary Prince Alois has stated he will veto any changes.
Women can now inherit the crown in the Principality of Liechtenstein following legal changes announced on the country's national day, with Hereditary Prince Alois stating that succession laws will be amended soon.

Nearly a quarter of Liechtenstein's population demands the right to abortion, but Hereditary Prince Alois holds the final say, explaining his opposition to a time-limit solution while acknowledging room for compromise.

Liechtenstein is confronting a delicate decision regarding a popular initiative that calls for a time-limit solution for abortion, with Hereditary Prince Alois having already announced his intention to veto any public approval.

Hereditary Prince Alois of Liechtenstein has announced he will veto any legislation that permits abortions up to the 12th week of pregnancy, a proposal inspired by the Swiss model.