Modi and Stocker Unite for Global Peace Amidst Tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker discussed the global tense situation, emphasizing military conflict as an ineffective solution. They aimed to boost ties in trade, defense, and infrastructure, signing agreements and stressing the need for global institution reforms and counter-terrorism initiatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the global tense situation, calling for lasting peace in Ukraine and West Asia, asserting that military conflict cannot resolve issues. His comments followed discussions with Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker in New Delhi.

Modi and Stocker focused on enhancing bilateral relations, particularly in trade, defense, and infrastructure, against the backdrop of geopolitical challenges. They agreed on the need for institutional reforms and counter-terrorism efforts while condemning recent terrorist attacks.

The leaders signed six agreements, including those involving investment facilitation and military cooperation. Stocker's visit, his first official trip outside Europe, aims to invigorate India-Austria relations, aligning with broader India-EU economic engagements.

(With inputs from agencies.)