India–EFTA TEPA Push: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met Swiss President Guy Parmelin to advance the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement, with a spotlight on investment and healthcare/pharma cooperation. EU Border Tech Strain: Europe’s Entry/Exit System is triggering long waits and could cost Schengen up to 41 million arrivals and €45.4bn in spending, as some ports lack the right setup. Climate Resilience Gap: The European Environment Agency flags uneven progress across EEA countries (including Liechtenstein) as extreme weather drives major human and economic losses, urging a more coherent adaptation policy cycle. Liechtenstein Fintech Focus: A look at Liechtenstein’s 2026 digital push highlights a strategy built on regulation, cross-border access, and emerging financial tech rather than scale. Digital Infrastructure Deal: Liechtenstein-based Gnomon Capital acquired Croatia’s DC North data centre operator, betting on rising demand for secure colocation and connectivity. Banking Costs Pressure: An EY study finds Swiss and Liechtenstein banks see rising operating costs as the biggest near-term income strain, tied to modernization needs. Space Life Sciences: Nevis launched the Caribbean’s first space life sciences experiment with partners including the University of Zurich and a Switzerland–Liechtenstein space centre, studying immune cells under gravity changes. Liechtenstein Credit Strength: S&P kept Liechtenstein’s Triple-A rating, citing low debt, deep reserves, and budget surpluses.