Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker met at New Delhi’s Hyderabad House to discuss enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, green technology, and critical sectors. Stocker’s visit, his first official one to India, aims to strengthen ties across key sectors like trade, investment, and emerging technologies. The leaders also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, reflecting on his message of peace and non-violence.
The Austrian Chancellor praised India’s growth, highlighting its significant investments in infrastructure and technology. He emphasized India’s role as the European Union’s most important trading partner in South Asia. Stocker expressed Austria’s interest in seizing the opportunity presented by India’s growth through enhanced partnerships and better market access.
Stocker, accompanied by a high-level delegation, is focusing on economic collaboration during his visit. Both sides are exploring opportunities in areas such as advanced manufacturing, digital innovation, and renewable energy. The visit aims to deepen the India-Austria partnership, building on the friendly relations rooted in shared democratic values.
