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It has been a historic visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Austria as it happened after a gap of 41 years.

On 10th of July 2024, Narendra Modi landed in Vienna to meet the Karl Nehammer, the Chancellor of Austria.

This year is also important for India and Austria as it marks the 75th year of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

This year marks the 75th year of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The Prime Minister and the Chancellor emphasised that the shared values of democracy, freedom, international peace and security, a rules-based international order with the UN Charter at its core, the shared historical linkages, and the long-standing ties between the two countries are at the centre of the growing enhanced partnership.

Both leaders reiterated their commitment to continue their efforts towards deepening and widening bilateral, regional and international cooperation for a more stable, prosperous and sustainable world.

The two leaders exchanged in-depth assessments of recent developments in Europe as well as West Asia/Middle East.

Concerning the war in Ukraine, both leaders supported any collective effort to facilitate a peaceful resolution consistent with international law and the UN Charter.

Both sides believe that achieving a comprehensive and lasting peace in Ukraine requires bringing together all stakeholders and a sincere and earnest engagement between the two parties to the conflict.