In the heart of Europe The international environment has changed substantially in recent years: the Arab Spring, the global economic and financial crisis, the debt crisis in Europe and the associated euro crisis. Liechtenstein must continue to invest considerable effort in dealing with new developments and challenges. European integration continues to be a «factory floor» where Liechtenstein must make an active contribution as a partner. We enjoy stability in our dealings with our two neighbouring countries, Switzerland and Austria, where our ties as partners are strong. Neighbourhood policy is thus one of our top priorities. Liechtenstein’s foreign policy always pays close attention to the goal of asserting our interests in the best possible way at the international level. This can happen only if it enjoys strong support within Liechtenstein. Report of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs The purpose of this report is to illustrate the foreign policy priorities and focus areas of the last few years from the perspective of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and to comment on the strategic orientation of that foreign policy. The mutual enrichment of foreign and cultural policy is a special concern of mine. I am thrilled by how the illustrations of Liechtenstein artist Beate Frommelt are able to link Liechtenstein’s foreign policy with cultural activities in Liechtenstein. I would like to thank everyone involved for the commitment they have shown in the compilation of this report, but especially also that you represent Liechtenstein’s interests actively and credibly at the international level. Foreign Minister Aurelia Frick