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What Connects Austria and India

From motorcycle adventurers and academic exchange programs to a legendary conductor and an Indian Nobel Peace Prize laureate visiting Austria, the ties between India and Austria are as diverse as they are…

For an Alliance of Democratic Middle Powers

Former Danish Prime Minister and NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen tirelessly promotes his vision of a close alliance of democratic middle powers that would jointly defend their economic, technological, and security…

Theatre of the New Generation

Since 1963, the Vienna’s English Theatre has been Austria’s first English-language theatre. Diplomatic SOCIETY spoke with the management duo Julia and Anna Schafranek about the boards that mean the world. Director Franz…

Africa Is Not Waiting for Europe

The surprise in Berlin was considerable: Germany failed to secure a Non-Permanent Seat on the UN Security Council, losing out to Austria and Portugal. Possible reasons were quickly discussed. Germany’s clear support…

General Manager with Passion

Diplomatic SOCIETY publisher Gertrud Tauchhammer met with the General Manager of the famous Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna, Thomas van Opstal, for a conversation about his impressive career path, the…

Energy Policy Is Also Foreign Economic Policy

In mid-April this year, a large Austrian business delegation headed by Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker and Minister of Economy Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer visited India. The two countries have enjoyed good and trusting relations…

Exlibris

The Diplomatic SOCIETY editorial team has once again compiled a diverse selection of books for you, allowing you to immerse yourself in the lives and stories of fearless yet inspiring women, learn…

Women in Politics and Leadership

The role of women in politics and leadership positions in business is one of the most significant societal issues of our time. Text by Maria Rauch-Kallat It is a debate that extends…

India–EU Free Trade Agreement: What Can Be Expected?

Amid tariff wars, sanctions, and geopolitical tensions, one development stands out in particular. In January 2026, negotiations on the free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union and India were concluded. Already…