India and Austria held their 8th Foreign Office Consultations in Vienna on Friday, undertaking a comprehensive review of their entire bilateral relationship. The Indian delegation, led by Secretary (West) Sibi George, met with Austrian officials to discuss a wide array of sectors including political engagement, trade, and economic cooperation. The meeting served as a platform to exchange views on regional and global developments of mutual interest, as well as the broader India-EU relationship.
The discussions specifically touched upon science and technology, cultural exchanges, and the strengthening of people-to-people ties. Both nations agreed on the importance of maintaining regular official exchanges to sustain the current momentum in their partnership. This meeting follows recent high-level interactions, including greetings extended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to his Austrian counterpart on their National Day.
Looking forward, the two nations have committed to holding the next round of consultations in New Delhi at a mutually convenient time. The talks emphasized a shared desire to deepen strategic cooperation across multiple dimensions as both countries navigate a changing global landscape. The consultations reinforce the strategic importance both Vienna and New Delhi place on their long-standing diplomatic and economic partnership.