Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Austria represented a pivotal moment in diplomatic relations as he landed in Vienna for a two-day trip, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over four decades. Hosted by Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, this visit celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Austria.
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Arrival and Welcome
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Modi arrived in Vienna from Moscow on July 9, where he was warmly received by Chancellor Nehammer for a private meeting.
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Bilateral Talks at the Federal Chancellery
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The two leaders held comprehensive discussions at the Federal Chancellery, focusing on a range of issues including the long-pending EU Free Trade Agreement and strategies to bolster bilateral ties between India and Austria.
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Formal Reception
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Modi received a ceremonial reception at the Federal Chancellery, where he signed the guestbook, commemorating the occasion.
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Discussion on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
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Modi and Nehammer addressed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, emphasizing the critical need for dialogue and diplomacy. Chancellor Nehammer proposed Austria as a neutral venue for peace talks.
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Meeting with CEOs
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At Hofburg Palace, the two leaders met with CEOs from both countries to encourage collaboration in infrastructure, renewable energy, and technology sectors. They invited Austrian companies to explore investment opportunities in India.
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Cooperation in Education and Technology
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Modi and Nehammer discussed a potential cooperation agreement between Indian and Austrian technical universities. This agreement aims to enhance collaboration in fields such as pharmaceuticals and space technology.
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Proposal for a Joint Hackathon
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Modi proposed organizing a joint hackathon to foster digital infrastructure and innovation between the two countries.
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Meeting with Nobel Laureate Anton Zeilinger
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Modi met Nobel Laureate Anton Zeilinger, where they discussed India’s National Quantum Mission and the promising future of quantum technology.
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Exploration of Indology and Indian Culture
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Modi engaged with Austrian influencers, delving into topics of Indology, Indian history, and culture. They explored the impact of these fields on academic and intellectual pursuits in Austria.
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Community Event with the Indian Diaspora
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At a community event in Vienna, Modi was enthusiastically welcomed by members of the Indian diaspora, who chanted 'Modi Modi'. During his address, he highlighted India’s 8% growth rate and outlined his vision to position India among the top three global economies.
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India’s Role as a Global Peace Advocate
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Modi emphasized India’s role as a global peace advocate, highlighting that India has historically offered ‘Buddh not Yuddh’ (peace, not war) to the world, reinforcing his commitment to fostering global peace.
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Overall, Prime Minister Modi’s visit was characterized by a concerted effort to strengthen India-Austria relations, enhance cooperation across various sectors, and address pressing global issues of mutual concern.
With inputs from agencies
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