FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2026 1 A We e kl y N e w s p a p e r Fe a tu r i ng N ew s an d Tren d s f ro m the In d ian Sub- Co n tin en t Pub li s hed From the U S Ca pi ta l Web Site: WWW.Indiathisweek.us Volume 35 No. 10 Washington DC. Phone: 301-445-0200; 301-917-4800; 301-445-1868 E-Mail: indiathisweekads@gmail.com Friday March 6, 2026 PM Modi, PM Netanyahu welcome signing of Bilateral Investment Agreement; encourage deeper Indian participation in Israeli infrastructure Narendra Modi and Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday welcomed the strides made in unlocking the full potential of bilateral trade and investment between the two countries. They welcomed the signing of the India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement by the two Finance Ministers in New Delhi in September 2025. They encouraged greater Indian participation in Israel’s infrastructure sector and reaffirmed their commitment to advancing transformative initiatives such as the I2U2 Group quadrilateral partnership. In the details shared in the joint statement, it was mentioned that the prime ministers “welcomed the signing of the India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement by the two Finance Ministers in New Delhi in September 2025, which is expected to enhance investor confidence, promote greater two-way investments, and ensure transparency, predictability, and protection through a clear framework for the treatment of investment and an independent dispute resolution mechanism.” Notably, Prime Minister Netanyahu appreciated India’s fintech revolution, exemplified by the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), describing it as a world-class model for affordable, real-time cross-border transactions. Both sides agreed to explore linking UPI with Is- AUSTIN, TEXAS | March 3, 2026: A 21-year-old Indian-American student was among two people killed after a gunman opened fire outside a popular bar in downtown Austin early Sunday morning. Fourteen others were injured in the attack before police fatally shot the suspect. Authorities identified the victims as Savitha Shan (21), a student at the University of Texas at Austin, and Ryder Harrington (19), reportedly a student at Texas Tech University. at UT Austin, expressed deep sorrow over Shan’s death. In a post on X, Finney described her as “one of our superstar students” who was set to graduate in May and begin her career at a major professional services firm. “She was a double major with honors. Involved in student organizations — a light in the classroom. Absolutely crushing to lose her,” he wrote. Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis had earlier stated during a press conference that officials were initially unsure whether the victims attended local colleges, though subsequent reports confirmed their uni- rael’s fast payment system to enhance interoperability and strengthen economic ties. As per the statement, both leaders encouraged greater Indian participation in Israel’s in- frastructure sector, particularly in light of major upcoming projects in metro, rail, road, airports, desalination plants, and wastewater treatment plants. The leaders noted that direct air connectivity versity affiliations. vehicle. TIMELINE OF THE ATTACK Police said the shooting occurred outside Buford’s, a beer garden located in Austin’s entertainment district near 6th Street. Officers received a 911 call at 1:39 a.m. reporting a man firing shots at the establishment. Within 57 seconds, officers and paramedics arrived at the scene and began treating victims, according to Austin-Travis County EMS Chief Robert Luckritz. Authorities said the suspect drove around the block in an SUV before opening fire from the vehicle’s open window at patrons seated outside the bar. He then exited the SUV and continued shooting while walking up the street. Responding officers engaged the gunman in an exchange of fire, fatally shooting him. A handgun and rifle were recovered at the scene, and multiple additional weapons were found inside the suspect’s SUSPECT IDENTIFIED; TERROR ANGLE PROBED Multiple US officials identified the suspect as Ndiaga Diagne, a 53-year-old naturalised American citizen originally from Senegal. He reportedly arrived in the United States is a basic building block essential for scaling the bilateral relationship to new heights. In this regard, they expressed their desire to expand direct air connectivity between Tel Aviv and major Indian cities and encouraged both Indian and Israeli airlines to take up the opportunity to start direct flight operations between the two countries, the statement added. Both leaders welcomed the signing of the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Free Trade Area (FTA) Agreement negotiations and the convening of the first negotiating round in New Delhi. The leaders asserted their commitment to the realisation of the FTA Agreement between the two countries and tasked the negotiating teams with expediting the negotiations for an early signing of the FTA. According to the IndIa-Israel see page 4 Indian-American Student Among Two Killed In Austin Bar Shooting; Terror Probe Underway PROMISING STUDENT REMEMBERED Russ Finney, Assistant Professor at the McCombs School of Business Remember: “Pride goeth before destruction, And an haughty spirit before a fall. Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, Than to divide the spoil with the proud. He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: And whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.” Proverbs in 2006 and became a citizen in 2013. Investigators believe he acted alone. The Federal Bureau of Investigation confirmed that its Joint Terrorism Task Force has joined the investigation. Officials said there were indicators on the suspect and inside his vehicle suggesting a “potential nexus to terrorism,” though authorities cautioned that it remains too early to determine a definitive motive. FBI Acting Special Agent Alex Doran stated that investigators are examining all possible an- gles, including whether the suspect may have self-radicalised. Law enforcement sources also indicated that the suspect had prior mental health episodes in Austin. Authorities are investigating whether he was influenced by extremist ideology or had any links to international terrorism. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence said its National Counterterrorism Center is coordinating with federal and local authorities to assess any potential foreign ties. OFFICIAL REACTION US President Donald Trump has been briefed on the incident, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that he has directed the Texas Military Department to activate service members under Operation Fury Shield and increase patrols and surveillance in downtown Austin’s 6th Street District. “Texas mourns with the families and loved ones of those who were horrifically killed in last night’s attack in Austin. Cecilia and I pray for them, and we pray for the swift recovery of those who were injured,” Abbott said, adding that the state would respond with “decisive and overwhelming force” to any threats. US Senator Ted Cruz said authorities “don’t know for sure” whether the shooting was terrorism-related. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2026 PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Canadian PM Carney, reviews progress of India-Canada strategic ties New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI): Narendra Modi on Monday held bilateral talks with his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney at Hyderabad House in the national capital, focusing on strengthening cooperation and advancing the India-Canada Strategic Partnership. During the discussions, the two leaders reviewed progress achieved across diverse sectors of the strategic partnership and explored ways to further deepen collaboration in key areas of mutual interest. Prime Minister Carney, who arrived in India on February 27 at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi, is on his first official visit to the country. His tour began in Mumbai before proceeding to New Delhi, from where he will depart later today following his official engagements. Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on the Canadian Prime Minister and appreciated his commitment to building a forward-looking partnership between the two nations. In a post on X, Jaishankar said he was “delighted” to meet Prime Minister Carney during his visit to the national capital. “Delighted to call on Prime Minister Mark J Carney of Canada in New Delhi this morning. Appreciate his commitment towards charting a forward-looking partnership,” the External Affairs Minister said. Prime Minister Carney landed in New Delhi on Sunday evening after concluding a productive visit to Mumbai. Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and for Electronics and Information Technology, Jitin Prasada, received the visiting leader at the airport. Building on their earlier meetings in Kananaskis in June 2025 and Johannesburg in November 2025 — on the sidelines of the G7 and G20 summits respectively — the two Prime Ministers took stock of ongoing cooperation in key pillars, including trade and investment, energy, critical minerals, agriculture, education, research and innovation, and people-to-people ties. According to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, the leaders also exchanged views on regional and global developments. In a major announcement during the joint press statement, Prime Minister Modi said that India and Canada have set a target of reach- ing USD 50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. He added that both sides have decided to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership agreement in the near future to unlock the full potential of economic cooperation. “Today, we discussed transforming this vision into a next-level partnership. Our goal is to reach $50 billion in trade by 2030. Unlocking the full potential of economic cooperation is our priority. Therefore, we have decided to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership agreement soon,” Prime Minister Modi said. He un- derlined that the proposed agreement would open up new investment and employment opportunities in both countries. Highlighting the depth of financial engagement, Prime Minister Modi noted that Canadian pension funds have invested USD 100 billion in India, describing it as a symbol of deep faith in India’s growth story. Later in the day, the two leaders are scheduled to attend the India-Canada CEOs Forum, where they will interact with members of the business community. Prime Minister Modi said their suggestions would help lay out a roadmap for enhanced economic cooperation. Describing Prime Minister Carney’s visit as an important milestone, Modi recalled their warm meeting during the G7 summit last year and praised Carney’s leadership experience in global financial institutions. “Since our first meeting, our ties have garnered new energy, trust, and positivity. I credit my friend Prime Minister Carney for the growing momentum in every area of cooperation. India and Canada share strong faith in democratic values. We celebrate diversity. The well-being of humanity is our shared vision. This vision inspires us to move forward in every area,” Modi said. The two countries also exchanged several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in the presence of both Prime Ministers. This visit comes at an important juncture in the normalisation of India-Canada bilateral relations, with discussions focusing on key strategic and economic priorities and setting the tone for a stronger and more comprehensive partnership in the years ahead. (ANI)
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I feel confident in my future, and Students stranded in Iran allowed to leave through One Indian killed in attack on oil its land borders; term-end exams to be held later tanker off Muscat, Embassy of Tehran [Iran], March 2 (ANI): In a reprieve to students, including several from India, who remain stranded in Iran as tensions escalate in the West Asia region, Tehran has announced that foreign nationals studying in the country’s educational institutes will be allowed to exit through its land borders, Tasnim News reported. Further, the students will be allowed to appear for their term-end examinations and defend their doctoral thesis later, dates for which will be annonced later, the country’s science ministry was cited as saying by Tasnim News This comes amidst universities and public institutions temporarily shut in iran and its airspace closed to international flightsIndian authorities have issued repeated advisories urging its students to leave Iran, but the closure of airspace and logistical challenges have complicated evacuation efforts. Students across Tehran, Urmia, and other regions are facing limited access to essential ser- vices, including hospitals and educational institutions, which have suspended operations for the next 15 days.In a post on X, Tasnim News wrote, “Possibility of Foreign Students Exiting Through Land Borders Without Requiring Permission. Head of the Student Affairs Organization of the Ministry of Science: All universities are obligated to provide necessary cooperation to foreign students for exiting the country, as well as to announce alternative times for holding end-of-term exams or conducting thesis defences.” Ayesha, a student from Srinagar, described the dire conditions while speaking to ANI, saying, “We all are cut off from the internet. We are hearing bomb sounds every 15 minutes. It is very disturbing here. When our embassy gave us the advisory to leave Iran, our university didn’t cooperate. They said if you leave, you will fail. Universities, hospitals, and everything is closed for 15 days right now. We are India in Oman seeks repatriation very thankful to the embassy; we are in contact with them. They are also helpless right now because the airspace is banned here from every country. We are not able to evacuate.”Another student Musarraf, highlighted the growing tension and the recent missile activity, stating, “We are in Urmia.The environment here is very tense. At around 9 AM, I saw at least 6 missiles. The university is cooperating now. We are in contact with the embassy and they have said that they will give us details on what to do now. Everything is very tensed in Tehran. If possible they should be given priority (while evacuating). The university will allot buses and will help us reach the borders of Armenia or Azerbaijan and the embassy will let us know about the next step.”The Indian embassy remains in con- stant contact with students, providing guidance on evacuation routes to neighbouring countries like Armenia and Azerbaijan. However, with international airspace restrictions and ongoing missile attacks, officials admit that immediate evacuation remains a complex challenge.Students and families continue to express concern over safety, communication blackouts, and delayed assistance, underscoring the urgency of coordinated international efforts to secure their safe return amid the unfolding crisis. (ANI) Muscat [Oman], March 2 (ANI): One person was killed in an attack on an oil tanker off Muscat that triggered an explosion and fire, as Iran continues its Gulf retaliation campaign, The Times of Israel reported, citing Omani authorities. The Times of Israel reported, as per a statement from Oman’s maritime security centre, “The oil tanker MKD VYOM, flying the flag of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, was attacked by an unmanned boat 52 nautical miles off the coast of Muscat Governorate. The tanker was carrying approximately 59,463 metric tons of cargo.” The statement added, “The attack resulted in a fire and explosion in the main engine room, killing one crew member, an Indian national.” In response, the Embassy of India in Muscat expressed its condolences and said it is in close coordination with local authorities to ensure the safe and early repatria- tion of the nationals aboard the vessel. “The Embassy of India expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of an Indian national on board MKD Vyom. The Embassy is in close coordination with the local authorities in Oman to facilitate the safe and early repatriation of our nationals on board the vessel. We remain committed to extending all possible assistance in this matter,” the Embassy wrote on X. Meanwhile, a coordinated US and Israeli airstrike across multiple Iranian cities on February 28, targeting military command centres, air-defence systems, missile sites, and key regime infrastructure. These strikes resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and four senior military and security officials, with large explosions reported in Tehran and other major cities.US President Donald Trump described the strikes as necessary to “ensure that Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon”.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2026 India-Israel forge stronger defence ties as countries decide to elevate ties to special strategic partnership Jerusalem [Israel], February 26 (ANI): India and Israel further strengthened their defence partnership during the historic visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel after nine years. The two countries acknowledged the growth made in defence cooperation and also reaffirmed their commitment to other aspects such as cybersecurity and cross-border terrorism. The visit also saw the decision to upgrade ties to a special strategic partnership. Both countries strongly condemned the heinous October 7, 2023 terror attack on Israel, the savage terror attack on Indian tourists at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, and the terror incident near Red Fort, New Delhi, on November 10, 2025, the joint statement noted. The joint statement further mentioned that Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterated their unwavering commitment to advancing global peace and security and welcomed US President Donald Trump’s “Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict.” “The leaders unequivocally and strongly condemned terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations including cross-border terrorism. They called for decisive and concerted international efforts to combat terrorism in a comprehensive and sustained manner. Expressing grave concern over this common challenge, the Prime Ministers reaffirmed their collective resolve to combat this menace as the leaders of two vibrant and resilient democracies,” the statement said. The two leaders discussed regional developments, including the peace process, and underlined the need for the establishment of a just and durable peace, security, and freedom of navigation and trade in the region through dialogue and mutual understanding, the statement highlighted. Welcoming the Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation signed on November 4, 2025, Prime Minister Netanyahu and Prime Minister Modi acknowledged the significant growth made in defence cooperation between their nations, both in scope and scale. Both leaders provided a vision and a roadmap for future defence cooperation. The Prime Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cybersecurity in both governmental and private sectors. They emphasised the need for robust dialogue between their national cyber authorities and pledged to deepen cooperation in this field. In addition, they committed to developing a multi-year strategic program to guide bilateral collaboration in cybersecurity and advance a joint roadmap for implementation. The roadmap will include, among other elements, human capacity building, cybersecurity and AI, applied research, the integration of Security by Design principles, and regular joint table-top exercises. Recognising the importance of strengthening and institutionalising their comprehensive cyber cooperation, they welcomed the successful convening of the inaugural India-Israel Cyber Policy Dialogue in March 2025. In a significant step forward, both leaders welcomed the signing of a Letter of Intent for the establishment of an India-Israel Centre of Excellence in Cybersecurity in India to foster the activities outlined above, the statement observed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday concluded his historic visit to Israel, which came after nine years, during which both countries agreed to elevate bilateral ties to a special strategic partnership. The visit saw the signing of 27 agreements spanning innovation, cultural exchange, manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and other sectors. The historic meeting between PM Modi and PM Netanyahu saw collaborations on the fronts of high-tech artificial intelligence, quantum computing, economic, diplomatic, and security cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India and Israel will soon finalise a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and announced the establishment of a “Critical and Emerging Technology Partnership” to deepen cooperation in the tech and innovation sectors. PM Modi said, “India and Israel are clear that there is no place for terrorism in the world. Terrorism cannot be accepted in any form. We will continue to fight against terrorism and its supporters. We will proceed together on IMEC and I2U2.” “India and Israel are completely clear that there is no place for terrorism in the world. Terrorism in any form, in any expression, cannot be accepted. We have been standing shoulder to shoulder opposing terrorism and its supporters and will continue to do so. Peace and stability in West Asia are directly linked to India’s security,” PM Modi said. Prime Minister Modi added that India has consistently supported dialogue and peaceful solutions in West Asia while referring to ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. PM Modi further noted that the Gaza Peace Plan has created a pathway towards peace and that India supports such initiatives aimed at restoring stability. “Therefore, from the beginning, we have supported dialogue and a peaceful solution. This is the call of the Global South and all of humanity. India’s thinking is clear: Humanity must never become a victim of conflict. The Gaza Peace Plan has created a path for peace. India fully supports these efforts. In the future as well, we will continue dialogue and cooperation with all countries,” the Prime Minister said. Addressing the joint press briefing, Netanyahu hailed the visit by PM Modi and underlined how the brilliant talent of the two countries can come together. “The meeting of minds and hearts that we have had here will continue,” he added. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that India and Israel have decided to hold a government-to-govern- ment (G2G) meeting in India at the earliest opportunity, adding that he looks forward to bringing the distinguished ministers present for the engagement. During the joint press remarks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also shared a personal story of how he owed India a “great personal debt,” revealing that prior to marrying his wife Sara, they had both met and enjoyed the “unbelievable food” at an Indian restaurant in Tel Aviv. Earlier in the day, PM Modi called on President Isaac Herzog and planted a tree in the Presidential Gardens under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative. Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, wrote in a post on X, “Ties of warmth and goodwill! PM Narendra Modi called on President Isaac Herzog of Israel today. PM thanked President Herzog for his steadfast support in strengthening the special India-Israel partnership. Both leaders explored avenues to further enhance cooperation in education, start-ups, innovation, tech, and connectivity. PM Modi planted a tree in the Presidential Gardens under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative. PM also extended an invitation to President Herzog to visit India in the near future.” PM Modi also visited Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remem- brance Center, paying homage to Holocaust victims and visiting the Book of Names Hall, which preserves the memory of millions who perished. Speaking about the visit, the MEA spokesperson said, “Honouring the memory of victims of the Holocaust and renewing our shared commitment to uphold peace and human dignity, PM Narendra Modi visited Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center. This was the second visit of the PM to Yad Vashem. PM laid a wreath and paid homage to the victims of the Holocaust. PM also visited the poignant Book of Names Hall, a powerful tribute preserving the memory of millions who perished during the Holocaust. The memorial stands as a solemn reminder of the brutality of the past and our collective resolve to stand against injustice and create a better world.” Highlighting the profound emotional and strategic impact of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day state visit, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu described it as an “amazing visit.” Speaking at a joint press conference following the signing of several key agreements, the Israeli leader noted that while PM Modi’s state visit was short, it was “extraordinarily productive and also extraordinarily moving.” He specifically recalled the Prime Minister’s address to the Knesset on Wednesday, stating, “I think there wasn’t a dry eye left in Israel after your moving statement yesterday in the Knesset.” Expressing a deep sense of gratitude to the visiting leader, Netanyahu remarked that he could “tell you that since then we have also had the opportunity to not only look deep into our hearts but also into our remarkable minds that we have in our two countries.” He further underscored the bond between the nations by stating that his country feels it “owes India a great deal of debt” for its enduring friendship. 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Friday, March 6, 2026 PM Modi, PM Netanyahu welcome signing of Bilateral Investment Agreement; encourage deeper Indian participation in Israeli infrastructure India-Israel from page 1 joint statement, both leaders emphasised that a resilient financial ecosystem is a fundamental pillar of economic stability. They welcomed the strategic partnership in the financial-cyber domain. This collaboration will focus on enhancing the resilience of the financial ecosystem through the exchange of financial-cyber intelligence, joint development of methodologies, and the conduct of multilateral financial-cyber simulations operationalised through the Financial Computer Security Incident Response Teams of both countries. Both leaders welcomed the signing of an MoU between NPCI International and MASAV to examine linkages for cross-border payments between the two countries. They also welcomed the launch of the India-Israel Financial Dialogue to boost closer financial cooperation. PM Modi and PM Netanyahu welcomed the successful conclusion of the fourth round of the India-Israel CEOs Forum and Business Summit in Tel Aviv in November 2025. They commended the meaningful engagement between business and government leaders, which contributed to strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and unlocking new opportunities for investment and collaboration across key sectors. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building on this positive momentum to further deepen the India-Israel strategic partnership. They also welcomed the signing of the MoU on Arbitration between the Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA) The Poetic Pen INDIA THIS WEEK- March 6, 2026 What Purpose Does Your Life Serve? By Rajan George What purpose does your life fulfill? A fleeting breath, a passing span— A few brief years upon the earth, Then silence claims the mortal man. Will your footsteps leave behind A trail of blessing in the dust? Or fade like echoes in the wind, Forgotten, buried with your lust? There are those wedded to a cause— A banner raised, a trumpet cry— Proclaiming greatness to the world, Yet sowing ruin far and wide. They yield no comfort, curb no want; They feast while multitudes despair. In halls of gold and guarded gates They rule through hunger and through fear. They speak of honor, strength, and pride, Yet breathe out fury upon the weak. While robed in wealth and sheltered ease, It is submission that they seek. They silence every disenting voice Crush the protest in its birth; Confiscate bread, confiscate hope, Tighten chains upon the earth. Unmoved by tears, untouched by grief, They trade in terror, deal in death— Commanding ruin with a word, And staining history with their breath. Such was a ruler clothed in might, Veiled in power’s dark disguise— For decades long he gripped his throne With blood reflected in his eyes. and the Israeli Institute of Commercial Arbitration (IICA), recognising it as a significant step toward facilitating smoother commercial dispute resolution and enhancing investor confidence. “In an era of global uncertainties, Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Netanyahu reaffirmed their commitment to advancing transformative initiatives such as the I2U2 quadrilateral partnership. This framework serves as a vital instrument for fostering deeper engagement, trade, investment, innovation, and leveraging the complementary strengths of both nations. The leaders discussed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and expressed their intent to advance cooperation to promote regional connectivity, stability, and shared prosperity through the initiative and explore Israel’s role within its frameworks,” the statement added. Recognising the strategic partnership and advocating the need to comprehensively enhance bilateral relations, the Prime Ministers welcomed the signing of several agreements between the two countries. These include the MoU on cooperation in Artificial Intelligence (AI); a Letter of Intent on the establishment of the Indo-Israel Cyber Centre of Excellence in India; a Memorandum of Understanding between the Minister of Education of the Republic of India and the Minister of Education of the State of Israel on advancing education through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI); and a Declaration of Intent between the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology of the State of Israel and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, Republic of India, on cooperation in INDIA THIS WEEK Phone: 301-445-0200; 301-917-4800 www.indiathisweek.online India This Week is published every Friday by ADV Solutions Inc, Views expressed in this paper are those of the individual writers and not necessarily of India This Week. India This Week accepts no liability for the errors in advertisements or in any of its reports. 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(ANI) India, Austria Discuss Wide-Ranging Cooperation Across Peacekeeping, Trade, Technology New York [US], February 28 (ANI): Ambassador P. Harish, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, and Austria’s Deputy Minister of Defence Arnold Kammel held discussions on further deepening bilateral cooperation between the two countries across a wide range of areas, including trade and peacekeeping. Sharing details in a post on X, the Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in New York stated, “Dynamic discussion between Deputy Minister of Defence Arnold Kammel and @AmbHarishP on cooperation in peacekeeping, trade, technology and innovation. Looking forward to further deepen our close bilateral and multilateral relations.” Ambassador Harish also welcomed the meeting in a separate post on X. The meeting comes shortly after External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. Earlier in January, President Droupadi Murmu received credentials from Robert Zischg, the Austrian Ambassador to India. Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Zischg said, “I am honored to have presented my credentials to the Hon’ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu. Austria and India share a longstanding and friendly relationship rooted in strong people-to-people ties and economic cooperation. During my tenure, I look forward to further strengthening Austria-India cooperation and working closely with Indian partners to deepen our bilateral engagement.” In a post on X, the Austrian Embassy wrote, “Welcome Ambassador Zischg! Today, Ambassador Dr. Robert Zischg presented Letter of Credence, marking the official assumption of his duties. We look forward to further strengthening excellent bilateral relations between our two nations under his leadership.” In December last year, India and Austria held the 8th Foreign Office Consultations, which covered the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political, economic and commercial ties, as well as cultural exchanges and people-to-people connections, the Ministry of External Affairs said. “The discussions covered a wide range of areas, including political engagement, trade and economic cooperation, science and technology, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people ties. Cooperation between the two countries in international and multilateral fora was also discussed,” the MEA said in an official statement. It was agreed to maintain regular official exchanges and hold the next Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi at a mutually convenient time. Earlier in September, in an effort to strengthen people-to-people ties and educational collaboration, Austria launched a major initiative to attract Indian students to its leading technical universities, aiming to address its growing demand for skilled labor. (ANI)
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