Baselland's exceptional economic strength is based on a pronounced entrepreneurial spirit and a spirit of innovation. The region's innovative strength is also reflected in the figures: around one fifth of all patents registered in Switzerland come from Northwestern Switzerland. This is a peak value in a country that is itself an international leader in terms of patents per capita (just under 6 per 1,000 inhabitants). Entrepreneurship is promoted in Baselland with numerous low-threshold initiatives. Baselland is a place of pronounced entrepreneurship and innovative spirit. There is an awareness for the development of strong brands. These characteristics give the canton its own identity.