Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that he held very productive discussions with the Chancellor of Austria, Dr Christian Stocker.
In a social media post, Mr Modi noted that this is the first visit of Dr Stocker outside Europe after he assumed office, reflecting his vision and commitment to India-Austria relations. Prime Minister further noted that the visit is more special as it is the first visit by an Austrian Chancellor in four decades. Mr Modi also added that his visit also comes in the wake of the historic India-EU Free Trade Agreement, which has ushered in a new chapter in India-EU ties.
Prime Minister also said that the talks between the two leaders covered ways to deepen cooperation in areas such as innovation, infrastructure and sustainability. He added that both sides are committed to adding new energy to trade and investment linkages.
Mr Modi said that sectors like defence, semiconductors, futuristic technologies and StartUps present immense potential for closer relations between India and Austria. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the India-Austria partnership will get even more innovation-centric and future-ready.
