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BRICS 2024: Diplomacy Between Myths and Reality
The 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, was highlighted by Dmitry Lyubinsky, the Russian Ambassador to Austria, as one of the most important global events of 2024. In his statement, Lyubinsky repeatedly criticized the portrayal of the alliance in Western media and addressed supposed myths surrounding BRICS. But how convincing are his arguments?
November 26, 2024
Commemoration and Diplomacy: Austria's Schallenberg, Italy's Tajani and Brazil's Vieira in Imola
In a moving ceremony in Imola, which marked the 30th anniversary of the deaths of Formula 1 icons Roland Ratzenberger and Ayrton Senna, thousands of fans, political heavyweights, and family members came together to commemorate the deceased racing drivers. Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg, who himself once witnessed the tragic events, played a central role in the celebrations, which combined emotional and diplomatic themes, together with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira.
May 6, 2024
Austria's Air Future: Embraer's C-390 Set to Replace the Stalwart C-130
In a landmark decision, Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner, flanked by National Armaments Director Major General Harald Vodosek, announced the intended replacement for the Austrian Armed Forces' reliable yet aging C-130 "Hercules": the Embraer C-390.
September 20, 2023
List of National Days of the Home Countries of All Foreign Missions and Delegations in Vienna, Austria
The Vindobona table below is an updated list of National Days of all nations, which belong to at least one of following categories: Foreign Missions and Delegations in Vienna, Austria; Diplomatic Corps and other representations in Austria; International Organizations in Vienna and Permanent Missions; Missions and Delegations to the OSCE.
February 11, 2015 · Updated: December 14, 2022; 08:12
Austrian Federal Chamber of Commerce and EU-Mercosur Agreement
The Association Agreement between the European Union and MERCOSUR countries, such as Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay, includes provisions on political dialogue, cooperation and trade. For the Austrian Federal Chamber of Commerce, the agreement is a fair trade deal that increases exports and jobs, and high social and environmental standards remain untouched. The EU would be the first region to conclude an agreement with Mercosur.
November 4, 2022
Meet the New Ambassadors of Brazil, Germany, Tanzania and Rwanda to Austria
The new Ambassadors of the Federative Republic of Brazil (H.E. Mr. Nelson Antonio Tabajara de Oliveira), Federal Republic of Germany (H.E. Mr. Michael Josef Hermann Klor – Berchtold), United Republic of Tanzania (H.E. Mr. Celestine Joseph Mushy) and Republic of Rwanda (H.E. Mr. Marie Chantal Rwakazina) to Austria presented their credentials to President Van der Bellen. Learn more about these new ambassadors.
May 9, 2022
Meet the New Ambassador to Austria and Permanent Representative of Brazil to the International Organizations in Vienna
Nelson Antonio Tabajara de Oliveira, Brazil's new permanent representative, presented his credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna, Ghada Waly. Ambassador Tabajara de Oliveira is an experienced diplomat. Meet Ambassador Tabajara de Oliveira, the new permanent representative of Brazil to the International Organizations in Vienna.
April 27, 2022
Improving Brazilian-Austrian Relations in Science and Research
A new scientific and technological cooperation agreement with Brazil aims to promote bilateral relations in the field of science and research.
June 27, 2019
Economic Relations Brazil - Austria
Brazil experienced the worst recession in its history with GDP declining by 3.8 % (2015) and 3.5 % (2016) respectively. By 2017, the recession had bottomed out and GDP had risen slightly by 1 %. After sharp declines in the recession years, Austrian export figures to Brazil have now been recovering for two years. In 2017 Austria was able to increase its exports by 26.4 % year-on-year to EUR 725 million, and in the first three quarters of 2018 there was a further increase of 19.3 %.
January 23, 2019
Meet the New Ambassador of Brazil to Austria: H.E. Mr. José Antônio Marcondes de Carvalho
The new Ambassador of Brazil to Austria and to the International Organizations in Vienna, H.E. Mr. José Antônio Marcondes de Carvalho presented his credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), Yury Fedotov and to the Director General of UNIDO, Li Yong. On 7 December 2018, he presented Federal President Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen at the Presidential Chancellery with his letter of credentials.
November 30, 2018 · Updated: December 10, 2018; 13:10
RHI Sells Production Sites in Italy and Spain to Unnamed European Refractories Supplier
The planned combination of RHI AG with the Brazilian Magnesita was approved by the European Commission on June 28, 2017 subject to conditions. Today, RHI signed a contract with a European refractories supplier regarding the sale of its dolomite business in the European Economic Area. The sale consists of the production sites in Marone, Italy, and Lugones, Spain. The contribution to revenue of the two RHI plants amounted to roughly EUR 50 million in the financial year 2016 and represents roughly 3% of the Group's revenue in the year 2016.
September 8, 2017
Cost of Living Rankings: CEE Capitals Cheaper, Vienna is 32nd Most Expensive City
The Mercer's 2014 Cost of Living Rankings have been published and cover 211 cities across five continents. While Western European cities have all risen in the rankings mainly due to the strengthening of the Euro against the US dollar, most cities in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), however have fallen in the ranking as a result of local currencies depreciating against the US dollar. Bratislava (#84), Prague (#92), Kiev (#98), Ljubljana (#116), Zagreb (#120), Budapest (#135), Warsaw (#142), Belgrade (#184).
July 25, 2014
Erdogan Considers Leaving U.N.
Turkey´s Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan puts pressure on the United Nations. The representation of the Security Council is not balanced, Erdogan criticizes.
August 26, 2013
EU: Current Account with Russia Deep in the Red
EU27 current account surplus came at € 29.1 bn in the first quarter of 2013.
July 18, 2013
“Using the location Vienna as a bridge between the EU and Latin America”
Austrian State Secretary calls for cooperation in security issues and sustainable energy at the international organisations headquarters in Vienna.
January 28, 2013
“Germany overestimated, USA and China underestimated”
Trade with USA and Italy just as crucial for Austrian economy as trade with Germany, Bank Austria reports. "Made in Austria" products count for above-average proportion of Austrian exports.
January 26, 2013
Voestalpine: „Growing by 50% Until 2020“
The Austrian steel group presents its strategy for the next years. The importance of conventional steel and Europe will decrease.
December 18, 2012
RHI: USA and India as Growth Markets
CEO Franz Struzl considers expanding into India, Russia and the U.S. Investments will reach about € 50m.
December 1, 2012
RHI Begins to Downsize in Europe
The Austrian refractories company plans to expand in Russia. In Europe, the first factories will be shut down in two years.
October 18, 2012
Voestalpine: No Investments in Europe
Wolfgang Eder, CEO of the Austrian steel company expects that Europe faces a longer phase of stagnation. The steel industry will not recover before mid-2013.
October 12, 2012
RHI Demonstrates Optimism
The Austrian manufacturer of refractory products expects increasing revenues and a growing EBIT margin.
September 24, 2012
Palfinger Strengthens its Market Presence in South America
Through the acquisition of Tercek, the Austrian crane manufacturer expandts into Brazil. Regional presence and market growth offer opportunities of strategic interest, Palfinger notes.
September 20, 2012
RHI Adapts Brazil Project
The Austrian producer of refractories refers to increase in import duties and anti-dumping duties in Brazil.
September 17, 2012
Voestalpine Underlines Expansion Into Asia and America
For voestalpine´s CEO Wolfgang Eder, Europe is a stagnating market. By contrast, growth is expected to take place in the U.S.
August 25, 2012
Kapsch: Major Order from Brazil
The Austrian IT company achieved the first order for delivery of on-board units from Brazil.
August 10, 2012
Austrian Foreign Trade Figures Flattening
After record results in 2011, the growth in Austrian foreign trade was substantially down in the first months of 2012. Austrian politics promotes exports to non-European markets like China, Brazil and the U.S.
July 12, 2012
Austrian M&A Activity Faces Depression
Due to the global insecurities, the M&A activities in Austria decreased substantially in the last year. Against the prior year, the number of deals was down by 27%.
July 11, 2012
Economic Report: „Reducing Dependence on Europe“
Today, the Austrian government published its "Economic Report 2012".
July 9, 2012
Voestalpine to Put Effort into Growth
The Austrian steel producer intends to grow through acquisitions again in the medium term. Exports to Brazil and Asian countries should be promoted.
July 4, 2012
Austria´s Exports to Asia on the Rise
Last year, Austrian exports totaled € 122bn. Above all, exports to emergin markets Brazil, India and China are growing.
June 21, 2012
Voestalpine Indicates Significant Increase in Revenues
The Austrian steel company recorded about € 12.0bn in revenues last financial year. 25% of the revenues are based on exports apart from Europe.
April 12, 2012
RHI Has Growth Plans
The Austrian producer of fireproof ceramics puts effort into growth. Major investments and acquisitions are planned.
March 7, 2012
Getzner Werkstoffe: on to South America Following Success in Asia
The Austrian company produces materials for vibration isolation and plans to expand into South America.
March 7, 2012
Doppelmayr Hopes for China
The Austrian cable railway producer faces a small and stagnating market in the U.S. South America and China are seen as growth markets.
March 6, 2012
RHI Exceeds Expectations
The Austrian producer of fire-proof ceramics could raise revenues by 15.5%. EBIT was up by 19.8%.
March 6, 2012
Eder: „Environmental Policy Endangers Economy“
Voestalpine´s CEO criticizes environmental specifications made by EU and domestic politics. Eder sees the danger of a de-industrialization.
March 5, 2012
Andritz: Controversial Projects in Brazil and Turkey Are Going According to Plans
The Austrian machine manufacturer Andritz participates in the construction of two major hydro power plants in Turkey and Brazil.
March 2, 2012
Rosenbauer Has Good Prospects
The Austrian producer of fire fighting vehicles has full order books. In 2012, CEO Dieter Siegel expects a new record in sales.
February 24, 2012
Voestalpine to Build Two Track Switch Plants in Brazil
Voestalpine AG, Austria’s biggest steelmaker, plans to build two plants for rail-track switches in Brazil this year.
February 22, 2012
Merger of Glencore and Xstrata: voestalpine Not Concerned
The Austrian steel company does not feel affected by the merger between the two major commodity corporations Glencore and Xstrata.
February 8, 2012
Euro-Crisis: Austrian Managers are Optimistic
In spite of the current euro-crisis, most Austrian managers believe that the currency will remain. Moreover, a deepening of the cooperation between EU-member states is expected.
February 6, 2012
TGW to Expand in China and Brazil
The Austrian storage logistics supplier gained a first contract from China after having established a distribution company. In Brazil, TGW agreed on a joint venture.
January 20, 2012
Growth Potential for Semperit
The Austrian synthetic product manufacturer already recognizes the weakening of the business cycle. However, investments will not be reduced. The BRIC countries are seen as future markets.
December 27, 2011
Belo Monte: Building Freeze Suspended
The Austrian plant construction company Andritz may expect the final order from Brazil. Andritz wants to deliver turbines and generators.
December 19, 2011
Austrian Foreign Trade Deficit on the Rise
From January to September 2011: imports rose by 17%, exports increased by 14%. The deficit amounts to € 6.0bn.
December 7, 2011
Strabag Wins New Orders for Environmental Technology Division
The Austrian construction group secured new business worldwide. The total volume is € 110m.
November 29, 2011
Leitl Promotes Exports to BRICS-Countries
The President of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, Christoph Leitl, wants the exporting industries to focus more on Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.
November 22, 2011
Rosenbauer Reports Drop in Profit
The Austrian manufacturer of fire fighting vehicles registered record order intake of € 456m in the first nine months of the year. Revenues and EBIT came in lower than expected due to shipment delays.
November 18, 2011
Andritz: Analysts Optimistic
The Austrian engineering and technology group Andritz is expected to report a significant rise in sales, earnings and profits.
November 5, 2011
TGW Aims for China and Brazil
The Austrian logistics company currently realizes its biggest orders in its history. Moreover, TGW intends to expand substantially.
October 1, 2011
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