Modi Calls for Lasting Peace in West Asia During Austrian Chancellor's Visit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for lasting peace in West Asia and Ukraine during bilateral talks with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker in New Delhi. Emphasizing that military conflict cannot resolve global challenges, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based international order and the eradication of terrorism. The visit, marking the first by an Austrian Chancellor to India in over four decades, coincides with the recent implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. The two nations signed multiple agreements covering defense, counter-terrorism, skills development, and infrastructure cooperation. They also established a fast-track mechanism to address business hurdles and launched initiatives in startups, cybersecurity, and education. Highlighting Austria's technical expertise in projects like the Delhi Metro, Modi announced expanded partnerships in semiconductors, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Chancellor Stocker praised India as a reliable partner amidst geopolitical upheaval, noting bilateral trade has reached $3 billion. This high-level engagement underscores strengthening India-Austria relations and broader EU-India ties in a tense global environment.
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Modi Calls for Lasting Peace in West Asia During Austrian Chancellor's Visit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for lasting peace in West Asia and Ukraine during bilateral talks with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker in New Delhi. Emphasizing that military conflict cannot resolve global challenges, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based international order and the eradication of terrorism. The visit, marking the first by an Austrian Chancellor to India in over four decades, coincides with the recent implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. The two nations signed multiple agreements covering defense, counter-terrorism, skills development, and infrastructure cooperation. They also established a fast-track mechanism to address business hurdles and launched initiatives in startups, cybersecurity, and education. Highlighting Austria's technical expertise in projects like the Delhi Metro, Modi announced expanded partnerships in semiconductors, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Chancellor Stocker praised India as a reliable partner amidst geopolitical upheaval, noting bilateral trade has reached $3 billion. This high-level engagement underscores strengthening India-Austria relations and broader EU-India ties in a tense global environment.
The Indian Express