Étienne Schneider says he’s not “really” running for re-election. But after his first year in office, the economy and trade minister already appears to be one of the cabinet’s canniest operators. For its February cover story Delano sits down with the man who keeps the economy running and runs for the economy.

The February issue also focuses on the year of the Irish, with ambassador Diarmuid O’Leary talking about Ireland’s big agenda for 2013, and on the year-long “The Gathering”, a label the Irish are using the promote their isle.

Delano also previews the Alfi spring conference, the new EU institution set to open its doors in Luxembourg, and the changes everyone should expect to see in their insurance policies.

This edition also explains why international relationships are the spice of life in Luxembourg, why “gardens are like supermodels”, and the kids activities that are right under your nose.

In addition, New Zealander Marty Davis explains how rugby in the Grand Duchy has changed over the past decade, and Patrick Ernzer talk about his zombie film experiment… and the dark creature coming soon.

Delano, the English language news monthly for Luxembourg’s international community, is available at newsstands across the Grand Duchy and online at www.delano.lu. And don’t forget to download Delano’s Ten Things To Do This Week, our free app for iPhone & iPad.