Prince Hans-Adam II

Prince Hans-Adam II has been the head of the royal family of Liechtenstein since 1989. Recently, the principality announced a significant change to its royal succession rules, allowing women to ascend to the throne. This declaration was made on the country's national day. While this rule change will not affect the current heir, Hereditary Prince Alois, it marks a notable shift in the principality's long-standing traditions. Liechtenstein, a small European country with a population of approximately 44,000, has seen its ruler, Prince Hans-Adam II, preside over this historic decision. The move signifies a modernizing approach to royal lineage within the Alpine principality, ensuring that future generations of female royals can inherit the throne.