World leaders have extended greetings to Austria on its National Day, celebrated every year on October 26. The messages highlight friendly relations, peace, and hopes for the continued progress and well-being of the Austrian people. In 2026, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari were among the leaders who sent greetings to Austria.
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar extended his wishes to Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger, the Austrian government, and the people of Austria. He also reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening the Enhanced Partnership between India and Austria. The two countries have maintained diplomatic relations since 1949, with cooperation continuing across several areas.
Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari also conveyed his greetings to Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen. In a letter, Zardari wished the Austrian President good health and expressed hopes for Austria’s continued progress and prosperity. He said Pakistan and Austria share long-standing friendly relations based on mutual respect, peace, stability, and international cooperation. He also expressed confidence that ties between the two countries would grow stronger in the coming years.
Austria’s National Day marks an important moment in the country’s modern history. On October 26, 1955, the Austrian Parliament passed a constitutional law declaring the country’s permanent neutrality, following the end of Allied occupation after World War II. The date became Austria’s official National Day in 1965. Each year, the country marks the occasion with public events and activities at government institutions.
The greetings from India and Pakistan reflect their interest in maintaining friendly relations with Austria. The messages also underline the role of diplomatic ties in supporting cooperation, peace, and mutual understanding between countries.
