India and Austria Reaffirm Strong Bilateral Ties

On 13th May 2025, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger held a telephonic conversation, affirming their shared commitment to deepening bilateral relations and tackling global challenges together.

Key Points

Strengthening Ties: Both ministers agreed on enhancing the India-Austria partnership and praised the strong foundations of cooperation.
Condemnation of Terrorism: They reiterated zero tolerance for terrorism and firmly rejected nuclear blackmail in any form.
Response to Terror Attacks: Austria condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, and welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan as a step towards de-escalation.
Diplomatic Tone: The leaders used the opportunity to express solidarity on key international issues and signal a collaborative approach to global peace and stability.