Schallenberg in St. Petersburg: Art, Culture and Human Rights

Alexander Schallenberg signed a declaration with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Medinsky (left). / Picture: © Bundeskanzleramt (BKA) / Dragan Tatic

"Art and culture are no longer bound to borders, interculturality is part of the self-image of contemporary artists," says Schallenberg.

Russia and Austria have had a close cultural relationship for years. "The continuation of this active and successful dialogue in the field of culture is an important component of our bilateral relations," Schallenberg said.

Austria has…