India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Your Excellency, Chancellor Stocker,

Delegates from both countries, 

Friends from the media, 

Namaskar! 

Gruß Gott! 

Chancellor Stocker, I extend a warm welcome to you on your first visit to India. We are delighted that you have chosen India for your first visit outside of Europe. This reflects your vision and your commitment to India-Austria relations. 

The Austrian Chancellor's visit to India after 40 years is very important. After the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement in 2026, a new phase has started in India-EU relations. Through Chancellor Stocker's visit, we are ushering India-Austria relations into a new era. 

Friends,&...