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Meet the New Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Austria: H.E. Mr. Le Dung
The new Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Austria Le Dung presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · January 9, 2018
Meet the New Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to Austria: H.E. Ms. Else Nizigama Ntamagiro
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to Austria Else Nizigama Ntamagiro presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with her letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · January 9, 2018
Meet the New Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore to Austria: H.E. Mr. Heng Wing Chan
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore to Austria Heng Wing Chan presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · January 9, 2018
Meet the New Ambassador of the Republic of Benin to Austria: H.E. Mr. Eloi Laourou
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Benin to Austria Eloi Laourou presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · January 9, 2018
Meet the New Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to Austria: H.E. Mr. Abdallah Saleh Possi
The new Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to Austria Abdallah Saleh Possi presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · January 9, 2018
Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Vienna, Austria
Updated address and contact details of the Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Vienna, Austria, the Honorary Consulates of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Salzburg an Graz and the Permanent Mission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the International Organizations in Vienna.
Relevance: 1.00 · June 17, 2016 · Updated: September 14, 2018; 13:15
Vladimir Putin on PR Campaign in Austria
Vladimir Putin is on his sixth official state visit to Austria. Officially, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the gas supply contract between Austria and Russia, this is a working visit to President Van der Bellen and Chancellor Kurz. In fact, a new gas supply contract between Gazprom and OMV is the main reason for the visit. Other gas deals are still in the negotiation phase, namely the Gazprom Urengoy gas field asset swap and the Nordstream 2 pipeline project. The Central European Gas Hub in Baumgarten/Lower Austria, an important gas distribution hub from the Russian perspective, could also be on the agenda.
Relevance: 1.00 · June 5, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of Montenegro to Austria: H.E. Mr. Zeljko Perovic
The new Ambassador of Montenegro to Austria Mr. Zeljko Perovic presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Austria: H.E. Ms. Ivana Cervenková
The new Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Austria H.E. Dr. Ivana Cervenková presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with her letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018 · Updated: September 18, 2018; 12:10
Meet the Ambassador of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta to Austria: H.E. Sebastian Prinz von Schoenaich-Carolath
The new Ambassador of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta (Souveräner Malteser Ritterorden) to Austria H.E. Sebastian Prinz von Schoenaich-Carolath presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of Malaysia to Austria: H.E. Dato’ Ganeson A/L Sivagurunathan
The new Ambassador of Malaysia to Austria H.E. Dato’ Ganeson A/L Sivagurunathan presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to Austria: H.E. Mr. Jabir Habeb Jabir Hemaidawi
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to Austria: H.E. Mr. Jabir Habeb Jabir Hemaidawi presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to Austria: H.E. Ms. Kjersti Ertresvaag Andersen
The new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to Austria H.E. Ms. Kjersti Ertresvaag Andersen presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with her letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to Austria: H.E. Mr. Carlos Alberto Játiva Naranjo
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to Austria H.E. Mr. Carlos Alberto Játiva Naranjo presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · April 16, 2018
Bosch Austria Boosts Sales by 8% and Invests €120 Million in R&D
During the 2017 fiscal year, Bosch increased its sales on the Austrian market by around eight percent to 1.25 billion euros. "We have achieved record sales. All business sectors contributed to the positive development," said Dr. Klaus Peter Fouquet, sole board member of Robert Bosch AG and representative of the Bosch Group in Austria.
Relevance: 1.00 · June 14, 2018
Nuclear Deal: Iranian President Rouhani Lobbies for Austria
The Federal Chancellery has now officially confirmed that Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will come to Vienna on 4 July for an official visit. Of course, the visit is mainly about the nuclear deal. After the USA's exit, there is considerable pressure on Rouhani.
Relevance: 1.00 · June 19, 2018
Review of the State Visit of Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to Austria
After the visit in March 2016, which was cancelled at short notice, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani was on a state visit to Vienna this week, accompanied by massive anti-Iran protests. The aim of the visit was a joint commitment to the Iran nuclear deal after the deal was approved in Vienna three years ago. The visit was overshadowed by a diplomatic case involving an employee of the Iranian embassy in Vienna, who had been arrested last weekend by the German judicial authorities on the basis of a European arrest warrant on suspicion of terrorism.
Relevance: 1.00 · July 5, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to Austria: H.E. Ms. Elena Rafti
The new Cypriot Ambassador to Austria Elena Rafti presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with her letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 5, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Austria: H.E. Mr. Mansoor Ahmad Khan
The new Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Austria, H.E. Mr. Mansoor Ahmad Khan presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 5, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to Austria: H.E. Mr. David Hales
The new Ambassador of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to Austria, H.E. Mr. David Hales presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 5, 2018
Meet the New Ambassador of the Republic of Botswana to Austria: H.E. Ms. Athalia Lesiba Molokomme
The new Boswanese Ambassador to Austria, H.E. Ms. Athalia Lesiba Molokomme presented President Alexander Van der Bellen with her letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 5, 2018
Cooperation with the Indian Film Industry: Bollywood in Austria
Indian production companies visit potential film locations in Austria for future films. With the aim of exploring Austria as a backdrop for future Bollywood films, six producers from India's most renowned production houses will be visiting Austria from 9 to 15 September 2018.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 7, 2018
Most Successful Season for Viennese Musicals: "I am from Austria" Extended
"I am from Austria" and "Dance of the Vampires (Tanz der Vampire)" have a booked capacity of almost 100%. In total, more than half a million visitors attended the two shows.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 7, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Austria: H.E. Mr. Ghislain D’Hoop
Ambassador Ghislain D’Hoop is officially the new Permanent Representative of Belgium to the international organizations in Vienna. He already presented his credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), Yury Fedotov, to the Deputy Director-General of the IAEA, Aldo Malavasi, to the General Secretary of the CTBTO, Lassina Zerbo and to Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 14, 2018 · Updated: September 17, 2018; 14:00
Meet the Ambassador of Germany to Austria: H.E. Mr. Johannes K. Haindl
Ambassador Johannes K. Haindl is a lawyer and trained diplomat. He was the ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Vienna from 2015 to 2019. He has gained diplomatic experience in Germany, the United States, the Czech Republic, Turkey and the Western Balkans. He is married and has 3 children.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 14, 2018 · Updated: October 1, 2019; 12:12
Expats in Austria: "You will never be able to make local friends"
We would like to share with you some of the findings of the Expat Network InterNations on the well-being of expats in Austria. Although these differ in some respects considerably from other annual reports, they also contain survey results which are a common thread in most studies. These include the fact that the quality of life is perceived as very high, but on the other hand intercultural communication and establishing friendships is perceived as very difficult.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 20, 2018
Dr. Pamela Rendi-Wagner Confirmed as Party Leader of the Social Democratic Party of Austria
Pamela Rendi-Wagner, former Minister of Health and Women's Affairs, was nominated new party leader by the SPÖ party executive. This is the first time that a woman has assumed the position of SPÖ chairman. Andreas Schieder made room for Rendi Wagner, Thomas Drozda takes over the federal management from Max Lercher. Who is Rendi-Wagner and what will she do?
Relevance: 1.00 · September 25, 2018 · Updated: September 26, 2018; 13:00
Nuclear Controversy: Iran Seeking Austria's Support
Austria's EU Presidency, the future of the nuclear agreement and the desire to strengthen bilateral economic and cultural exchange were the focus of a visit by Iranian parliamentarians to the Austrian Parliament.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 25, 2018
ACV Austria Center Vienna: More than 100,000 International Participants for the First Time
Last year, Austria’s largest congress centre brought more than 100,000 international participants to Vienna for the first time. The venue also once again exceeded the record revenue figure from the previous year.
Relevance: 1.00 · September 26, 2018 · Sponsored Content
Updated Directory of Foreign Ambassadors in Austria 2019
Below you will find the updated Vindobona.org list of foreign ambassadors and representatives of the bilateral and multilateral missions and representations in Vienna, Austria (including description of persons, pictures, CVs, etc.).
Relevance: 1.00 · November 19, 2018 · Updated: July 19, 2019; 11:50
Outlook - Chinese Tourists and the Destination Austria
With around 900,000 arrivals (+23%) and 1.3 million overnight stays (+25%) in 2017, China is Austria's most important Asian market of origin with the greatest growth potential. From January to July 2018, Austria also recorded record figures with around 542,000 arrivals (+ 8.2) and around 781,000 overnight stays (+ 11.5 %) from China.
Relevance: 1.00 · October 3, 2018 · Updated: October 11, 2018; 22:55
Kazakhstan and Austria Reinforce Reciprocal Extradition and Legal Assistance
During a visit to Vienna, Kazakh Attorney General Kairat Kozhamzharov was received by Josef Moser, Federal Minister for Reforms and Justice. A joint declaration was signed. The talks focused on Kazakhstan's multilateral efforts, current affairs, mutual extradition and mutual legal assistance with Kazakhstan.
Relevance: 1.00 · October 19, 2018
Khashoggi Case: Austria Increases Pressure on Saudi Arabia
The Austrian Foreign Ministry is now having the legal status of the controversial King Abdullah Centre (KAICIID) reviewed. The Centre has been criticised by representatives of civil society who are concerned with Saudi Arabia's poor human-rights record in fears that the KAICIID would in fact be misused by founding member and chief financier Saudi Arabia as a bridge-head for spreading Wahhabism in Austria and Europe.
Relevance: 1.00 · October 22, 2018
UK Nationals Living in Austria Preparing for Brexit
The British Embassy in Vienna invites all British Nationals living in Austria to a series of information events throughout the country to prepare them for BREXIT.
Relevance: 1.00 · October 22, 2018
IST - Austria's Scientific Flagship Institute Enlarges Further
Since the opening of the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (IST Austria) in 2009, a campus for the natural sciences, mathematics and computer sciences has been set up in Lower Austria, just outside Vienna, at considerable speed. The campus now provides a workplace for almost 700 employees as well as the necessary infrastructure for cutting-edge research at the highest level. The next steps in the development of the IST Austria Campus were initiated under the motto "Building a Campus for Science".
Relevance: 1.00 · October 22, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Liberia to Austria: H.E. Ms. Youngor Sevelee Telewoda
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Liberia to Austria, H.E. Ms. Youngor Sevelee Telewoda presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 11, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Lesotho to Austria: H.E. Mr. Retselisitsoe Calvin Masenyetse
The new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Lesotho to Austria, H.E. Mr. Retselisitsoe Calvin Masenyetse presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 10, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to Austria: H.E. Mr. Ramses Joseph Cleland
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to Austria, H.E. Mr. Ramses Joseph Cleland presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 10, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Togolese Republic to Austria: H.E. Mr. Komi Bayédzè Dagoh
The new Ambassador of the Togolese Republic (Togo) to Austria, H.E. Mr. Komi Bayédzè Dagoh presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 10, 2018
Japan and Austria are Preparing for Celebrations of 150 Years of Diplomatic Relations
In 2019, Japan and Austria will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. As part of the preparations for the celebrations, an increasing number of meetings and consultations are currently taking place between the two countries.
Relevance: 1.00 · November 2, 2018
Japan-Austria Relations - Kurz Met Shinzo Abe
During the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit in Brussels, Mr. Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan, and Federal Chancellor Sebastian Kurz met for bilateral talks. The meeting focused on the 150th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Austria next year, the new tax convention between Japan and Austria, the Japan-European Union (EU) relations and the situation in North Korea.
Relevance: 1.00 · October 30, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Guatemala to Austria: H.E. Mr. Manuel Estuardo Roldán Barillas
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Guatemala to Austria: H.E. Mr. Manuel Estuardo Roldán Barillas presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 10, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to Austria: H.E. Mr. Donatas Kušlys
The new Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to Austria, H.E. Mr. Donatas Kušlys presented Austrian Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen with his letter of accreditation at the Vienna Hofburg.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 10, 2018
Meet the Ambassador of Australia to Austria: H.E. Mr. Brendon Hammer
Dr. Brendon Hammer is the Australian Ambassador to Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Hungary, Kosovo, the Slovak Republic, and Slovenia.
Relevance: 1.00 · November 5, 2018
Austria's State Leaders Receive Authoritarian Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi (Abd al-Fattah as-Sisi) also visited the Federal President, the Federal Chancellor and the Federal Parliament on the fringes of the EU-Africa Forum (High-Level Forum Africa-Europe), at which he received a EUR 350m commitment from the EIB to finance the expansion of the Cairo Metro. Every meeting emphasised that bilateral relations between Austria and Egypt were very good and that cooperation was to be extended. The former General, who is controversial because of his authoritarian style of government, had already made a clear rejection of the so-called "disembarkation platforms" in Egypt to the EU Council President Sebastian Kurz in Cairo during the summer.
Relevance: 1.00 · December 19, 2018
Standardised Austria-wide Autumn Holidays as of 2020/21
From the school year 2020/21 there will be uniform autumn holidays in Austria between National Day and All Saints Day - from 27 to 31 October - according to the unanimous decision of the Austrian National Council. There will be no additional school holidays, the teaching time will not be changed. Only the distribution of school-autonomous days will change. Specifically, the days off after Easter and Whitsun will be cancelled. This would ensure relief for pupils, teachers and parents.
Relevance: 1.00 · May 16, 2019
Meet the Ambassador of the French Republic to Austria: H.E. Mr. Francois Marcel Michel Saint-Paul
H.E. Mr. Francois Marcel Michel Saint-Paul is Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to the Republic of Austria.
Relevance: 1.00 · May 16, 2018
Russia Expands Network in Upper Austria
Wolfgang Mayer of the company Backaldrin was elected Honorary Consul of the Russian Federation for Upper Austria in Asten/Upper Austria by the Russian Ambassador in Austria, H.E. Dmitrij Ljubinskij. After the already established Honorary Consulates in Innsbruck and Bludenz, he thus takes over the third Russian Honorary Consulate in Austria. His task is to look after the 3000 Russians in Upper Austria and to promote culture and education.
Relevance: 1.00 · May 16, 2019
Meet Austria's Minister of Education Iris Eliisa Rauskala
Iris Eliisa Rauskala (41) is an Austrian economist and civil servant. She was appointed Federal Minister for Education, Science and Research in the Austrian Federal Government Bierlein. She grew up almost five years in Finland and then in Upper Austria. After her appointment she outed herself in interviews with the media as an openly lesbian woman.
Relevance: 1.00 · August 6, 2019
European Commissioner: Austria Sends Hahn for Third Time
The Austrian Federal Government under Chancellor Bierlein has announced that Johannes Hahn will again be nominated as an Austrian member of the future EU Commission.
Relevance: 1.00 · July 12, 2019
