During his first visit to Austria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in discussions with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer on various topics including the conflict in Ukraine and the strategic partnership between the two countries. In a joint press conference, PM Modi highlighted the importance of avoiding war and explored opportunities for collaboration with Austria in areas such as infrastructure development, renewable energy, water and waste management, and artificial intelligence. The visit, marking the first by an Indian PM in 41 years, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and providing a strategic direction across different sectors. PM Modi also addressed global issues like the Ukraine conflict and West Asia, stressing the significance of diplomacy and dialogue in resolving conflicts and underlining the shared values of democracy and the rule of law between India and Austria. Additionally, the Prime Minister condemned terrorism and stressed the necessity for both nations to work together on critical global challenges like climate change. Furthermore, during his meeting with President Putin, PM Modi reiterated India's commitment to peace, emphasizing the ineffectiveness of violence as a means to achieve peace.