Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Austria on July 9-10 marked a historic event as it was the first trip by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 41 years.

• The visit also coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Austria, underscoring the long-standing ties between the two nations.
• During his visit, PM Modi met with Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen and held discussions with Chancellor Karl Nehammer.
• The leaders emphasized their shared commitment to democracy, freedom, and international peace, and vowed to strengthen cooperation on bilateral, regional, and international levels to foster a more stable and prosperous world.