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Adrian Hasler
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Official portrait, 2017
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| Prime Minister of Liechtenstein | |
| In office 27 March 2013 – 25 March 2021 |
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| Monarch | Hans-Adam II Alois (regent) |
| Deputy | Thomas Zwiefelhofer Daniel Risch |
| Preceded by | Klaus Tschütscher |
| Succeeded by | Daniel Risch |
| Member of the Landtag | |
| In office 11 February 2001 – March 2004 |
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| Born | 11 February 1964 Vaduz, Liechtenstein |
| Political party | Progressive Citizens' Party |
| Spouse |
Gudrun Elkuch
(m. 2003) |
| Children | 2 |
Adrian Hasler (born 11 February 1964) is an economist and politician from Liechtenstein. He was the Prime Minister of Liechtenstein from 2013 to 2021. Before that, he was a member of the Landtag of Liechtenstein (Liechtenstein's parliament) from 2001 to 2004.
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Early Life and Education
Adrian Hasler grew up in Vaduz, Liechtenstein. He was one of three sons. In 1984, he finished high school and earned his Matura. This is a special qualification that allows students to go to university.
After high school, he went to the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland. He studied business administration there, focusing on finance and accounting. He graduated from the university in 1991.
Starting His Career
Adrian Hasler first worked at a company called Balzers AG. He was in charge of checking the company's finances. From 1996 to 2004, he worked at Verwaltungs- und Privat-Bank in Vaduz. There, he managed the company's finances and was also a deputy director.
In 2001, he was chosen to be a member of the Landtag of Liechtenstein. This is like being a member of parliament. He was part of the Progressive Citizens' Party. He left this job in 2004 to become the chief of the Liechtenstein National Police. He led the police force until 2013.
Becoming Prime Minister
Adrian Hasler became the thirteenth Prime Minister of Liechtenstein. He served from 27 March 2013 to 25 March 2021. His political party, the Progressive Citizens' Party, won the 2013 Liechtenstein general election. After the election, Hasler was chosen to be the prime minister. He also took on the roles of Minister of General Affairs and Finance, meaning he helped manage the country's overall business and money.
During his time as prime minister, Hasler worked to improve Liechtenstein's government budget. This was especially important from 2013 to 2016. He also continued to make agreements with other countries about taxes. This helped Liechtenstein work better with countries like Italy and Austria. Towards the end of his time in office, he had to deal with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic in Liechtenstein.
His government also created a special group to help people seeking safety in Liechtenstein. They also updated the country's laws about asylum. This was in response to many people needing help during the 2015 European migrant crisis.
On 27 May 2020, Adrian Hasler announced that he would not run for prime minister again. Daniel Risch took over as prime minister on 25 March 2021.
After Being Prime Minister
Since 2021, Adrian Hasler has been a member of the board of directors at Swisspartners Group in Vaduz. This means he helps guide the company. Since March 2024, he has been the president of the board of directors for the old age and survivors' insurance in Liechtenstein. This organization helps people with their retirement and other benefits.
Personal Life
Adrian Hasler married Gudrun Elkuch on 28 May 2003. She works with a special team in Liechtenstein that helps people in difficult situations. They have two children together.
See also
In Spanish: Adrian Hasler para niños
- Politics of Liechtenstein
