Cabinet has approved the establishment of formal direct diplomatic relations between government and Principality of Liechtenstein to enhance bilateral relations and promote political and economic cooperation between the two countries.
Currently the two countries do not have diplomatic representation despite enjoying warm and cordial relations.
In a statement issued to RCV News by Minister of Information and Media Cornelius Mweetwa, on the decisions made by Cabinet at the 22nd cabinet meeting held on Monday November 11, stated that this will enhance the already existing cooperation.
Mr. Mweetwa said Cabinet also approved in principle the introduction of a Bill in Parliament to amend the Anti-Terrorism and Non- Proliferation Act to strengthen the law on matters including definition of terrorism and terrorism financing.
“The amendment will ensure that the country is compliant with international standards and norms in the fight against terrorism, terrorism financing and proliferation and proliferation financing in a quest to enhance internal security for the safety of all citizens,” said M. Mweetwa.
Mr. Mweetwa said Cabinet has approved the introduction a Bill in Parliament to amend the National Road Fund Act 13 of 2002 to provide for provision that restrict execution against the National Road Fund Agency (NRFA).
He said this will strengthen the legal framework that protects the NRFA from adverse legal action while continuing its mandate of financing road projects.
By Margaret Mwanza
