We were delighted to host COASI delegates, the Chair, and friends from the @eu_eeas, General Secretariat of the Council (GSC) and the @Europarl_EN at Ambassador Aikawa’s Residence on 13 May ahead of the COASI trip to Japan. Wishing a wonderful trip and an enjoyable stay in Japan!
🔍🇺🇸 🇨🇳 Reshaping the world: Austria and the @EUISS hosted an enlightening panel discussion on the global dimension of US–China economic and political rivalry with @Cluverc , @DamsTies , @Aligarciaherrer , @v_abigael and moderator @ruehlig .
📅 How will the US–China rivalry reshape global security & Europe's priorities? With @AustriaatEU, we examined 🇺🇸🇨🇳 competition and its implications for Europe and the world—across supply chains, geopolitical flashpoints & economic security—amid domestic pressures in both powers.
Great to see such strong interest in our high-level policy dialogue 🇪🇺🤝🇦🇹
We almost ran out of seats — a clear sign of how relevant the #WesternBalkans are for Europe’s security & defence!
Thanks @EU_ISS & @Carnegie_Europe for the excellent cooperation!
🇪🇺🤝Yesterday, PSC Amb. Martin Hojni hosted together with @EU_ISS & @Carnegie_Europe the high-level policy dialogue “From Recipient to Contributor: The Western Balkans in Europe’s Security & Defence Equation”. The future of the Western Balkans lies clearly within the EU!
Full house at @AustriaatEU for our high-level dialogue with @Carnegie_Europe! We switched the perspective & discussed the #WesternBalkans not only as recipients of security, but as essential contributors to Europe’s security architecture.
Es ist der erste Staatsbesuch eines österreichischen Bundespräsidenten in der #Mongolei – nach Japan geht es mit einer Wirtschafts-, Wissenschafts- und Kulturdelegation vom 26. bis 27. Mai nach Ulaanbaatar.
📌 Mehr zur Reise: https://t.co/xGpptAX3sa
On Europe Day and 30 years after joining the EU, there can be no doubt: The EU is our guarantor of peace, security and prosperity. Now, more than ever, we need a strong and united Europe! Happy #EuropeDay! #UnitedInDiversity
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Statement of @KajaKallas on behalf of the EU on India/Pakistan.
The EU unequivocally condemns the heinous terrorist attacks of 22 April. Terrorism can never be justified.
The EU will work with all parties to de-escalate the situation.
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Jumpstarting the 2nd day of the @eucouncil Asia-Oceania Working Group visit with a productive meeting with @chrgovph. Discussions dove into promotion of civil & political rights towards the CHR’s realized vision of 🇵🇭 society with ensured dignity & respected rights for all.
Continuing day 2 of the @eucouncil Asia-Oceania WG (COASI) visit with a meeting @DTINCR. As an important trade partner of the🇵🇭, COASI and DTI USEC Gepty discussed boosting trade, industry, and investment, all aimed at fostering business development in 🇪🇺 and 🇵🇭.
Thank you to my colleague @DavidLammy for the very good exchange! Austria and the #UK share the commitment to delivering a comprehensive, just and
lasting peace in #Ukraine and to securing stability throughout Europe. I look forward to further strengthening our bilateral partnership. 🇦🇹 🤝 🇬🇧
Thanks to my female colleagues @kajakallas 🇪🇺, @ABaerbock 🇩🇪, and @elinavaltonen 🇫🇮 for the warm welcome here in #Brussels for my first #FAC. Looking forward to working with you. 🇪🇺
Erste Reise nach Brüssel als Bundeskanzler – in einer herausfordernden Zeit, aber auch eine großartige Gelegenheit für Gespräche mit den EU-Spitzen @eucopresident António Costa, @vonderleyen , @EP_President Roberta Metsola sowie @ZelenskyyUa . Österreich wird in Europa und in der Sicherheitspolitik weiterhin eine aktive Rolle spielen.
Good first meeting with FM Sugiono of #Indonesia at #WEF25. Discussed how to boost the economic cooperation between our countries. Also compared notes on the situation in the Middle East.
🔸 #OrangeTheWorld against gender-based violence 🔸
Violence against women and girls has absolutely no place anywhere in our world. Nothing can ever justify it.
Let’s act together and end gender-based violence NOW - online and offline, in Austria and around the world❗️
Proud to be part of the “PSC Team” at the Austrian Perm Rep joining the #OrangeTheWorld campaign!
Together, we stand against violence and support a brighter future 🇪🇺🌍🧡
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen
🟠Nearly 1 in 3 women worldwide experience violence in their lives.
Our Political and Security Committee Team takes a stance to end gender-based violence and turns orange to raise awareness for the #OrangeTheWorld campaign.
#EndGenderBasedViolence#16Days#StoppGewalt