At the Conference on Disarmamament we remember #hiroshima and #nagasaki 81 years ago. The scientific evidence is clear about the devastating #humanitarianconsequences of #nuclearweapons. They must never be used again. Austrian Statement here 👇

Ambassador Kmentt is attending the Global Nobel Laureates Assembly on Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear War. The urgency for the abolition of nuclear weapons is compounded by the serious new risks introduced by AI. #DisarmingAI #RomeDeclaration #AIEthics #HumanAccountability

After the 1st Global Dialogue on AI, Prof. Johanna Pirker, 🇦🇹 member of the Independent International Scientific Panel on #AI, explains its role: assessing risks and benefits and fostering dialogue. A key challenge is the evidence dilemma: aligning research with rapid technological change.

>80m people are internally displaced worldwide mostly fleeing armed conflict. Ukraine 🇺🇦 & Colombia 🇨🇴 shared their national experiences on the challenges affecting #IDPs. 🇦🇹 was honoured to co-sponsor this important discussion on prevention & #ProtectionOfCivilians at #HRC62.

As the #HumanRightsCouncil marks its 20th anniversary, our interns take a closer look at one of its most significant milestones: the Universal Periodic Review (UPR). The #UPR helps translate dialogue into action and recommendations into tangible reforms. #TeamEurope #TeamBMEIA

Thank you to all Austrians working at @cern.bsky.social for joining us at last Friday’s networking reception at the DPR’s residence. We were delighted to bring this community together and hope you enjoyed the get-together and the valuable exchanges.

At the opening of #HRC62 🇺🇳 High Commissioner Volker Türk warned that “An unprecedented, shameless onslaught against international law is causing appalling human suffering. We must call it out, every time and everywhere, and work to contain and end it.” 👉 www.ohchr.org/en/statement...

Together with the PM of Lebanon in Geneva, @icrc.org, #UNODA, @ipuparliament.bsky.social & ICBL-CMC, Austria underlined the core humanitarian objectives of the #APMBC since its inception almost 30 years ago. The protection of civilians must remain at the center of our endeavors.

Austrian Director General for #LabourLaw and Central Labour Inspectorate supports the @ilo.org human centered approach to the use of #AI in the #workplace.

Danke für das große Vertrauen! Österreich sitzt im #UNSC wieder mit am Tisch, wo über Frieden, Sicherheit und Stabilität entschieden wird. 🇺🇳🇦🇹 
Unser Leitmotiv bleibt: Partnerschaft, Dialog und Vertrauen.

Just in time for #PrideMonth - celebrating #respect, #inclusion, and everyone who makes it possible 🌈

On #GlobalDayOfParents we celebrate the #parents helping shape a more compassionate and just #future 🙌 Among them are our diplomats who defend #HumanRights, #Disarmament, and #IHL not only in conference rooms — they also teach them around dinner tables and through acts of care.

Students from Diplomatic Academy of Vienna and @uni-graz.at concluded the first day of their study visit to multilateral Geneva with a networking reception at the Austrian DPRs residence. Many thanks to all expert speakers for their valuable insights and engaging discussions! #MultilateralismMatters

We welcome the decision of #Lebanon to join the #APMBC even in an extremely challenging situation. This reconfirms the strength of the norm against APMBC and the humanitarian imperative of protecting #civilians under all circumstances. @minefreeworld.bsky.social

Happy #EuropeDay!

Today we honor the humanitarian workers and volunteers who bring hope, relief, and compassion to communities worldwide - and remember those who lost their lives serving humanity. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. ❤️🌍 #WorldRedCrossDay #UnitedInHumanity #8May

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Today, we celebrate the strength of our shared humanity. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated staff and volunteers whose compassion and commitment make the world’s largest humanitarian Movement possible. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day ♥️ #8May

Very happy to welcome a group of interested students from the Geneva Graduate Institute who joined us today to learn more about our mission’s work and to discuss #HumanRights, #Disarmament, and other international priorities 🙌

The #EWIPA Declaration is a positive example of effective #multilateralism addressing the urgency to better protect civilians and prevent civilian harm. Austria, together with #UNODA, organized the Second EWIPA Military Expert Workshop in Geneva to foster its implementation.

On today’s #MultilateralismDay we 🇦🇹reaffirm our commitment for collective efforts in #DiplomacyForPeace. Also, we fully agree with @kajakallas.bsky.social and her statement on the occasion: 👉 www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/interna...

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace: Statement by the High Representative Kaja Kallas

The world stands at a critical juncture. The international order we have known for 80 years is under growing pressure. International law is being bent, ignored or openly violated. The institutions des...

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27 April is #InternationalWalkingDay. Walking is the healthiest and most sustainable form of transportation. We’ll join the Ministry for Innovation, Mobility and Infrastructure @bmimi.gv.at and collect 50m steps. Wanna help us? 🥇Download ‘Walk15’ app 🥈Join with code ‘IWD26’ 🥉Start walking

Today’s #HRC61 Side Event on #AI in the military domain, the role of industry and #HumanRights tried to bridge conversations on AI risks – because a combined approach of #IHL and #HumanRightsLaw is required. Big thanks to Panama, South Africa and the OHCHR for co-organising!

How do new and emerging technologies, especially those involving #AI, affect #HumanRights when used in military contexts? Join the dialogue and find out more during our #HRC61 side event: ⌚️ 26 March 2026, 13:30 CEST 📍 Palais des Nations, Room XI 👉 cms.bmeia.gv.at/oev-genf/new...

We congratulate Croatia on a major humanitarian achievement: declaring itself free of anti-personnel mines 👏 #Austria 🇦🇹 commends #Croatia 🇭🇷 and partners for the hard work and collaborates with them in the #APMBC for a #mine-free world. 👉 Statement: www.apminebanconvention.org/en/news/arti...

Croatia Declares Former Mined Areas Safe Once Again

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On 5/6 March, we cosponsored, with @advantageaustria.org another #ReFocusAustria event: 18 business representatives attended the workshop “#Mindcollider – Time to rethink your mindset” at @cern.bsky.social, focusing on narrative thinking and long-term strategies around emerging science technologies.

Yesterday, Amb. @akmentt.bsky.social hosted a networking event for around 40 business representatives from Austria and Geneva in the framework of #ReFocusAustria, an initiative of the Austrian government to support economic recovery, and go-international, a joint initiative of the #BMWET and @wko.at

Today in the Conference on Disarmament, Austria called for increased efforts to redouble diplomacy, build trust and confidence through transparency and reducing risks, precisely when tensions and nuclear risks are high. 👉 Full statement: cms.bmeia.gv.at/oev-genf/spe...

@bmeia.gv.at’s Minister, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, at the HLS of #HRC61: “#HumanRights are not abstract ideals. They are a fundamental part of what it means to be human.” 👉 Find the full statement here: cms.bmeia.gv.at/oev-genf/spe...

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MFA Austria@bmeia.gv.at · 6mo ago

Today, we are entering the fifth year of Russia‘s unjustified war of aggression against #Ukraine and its people. It is our common responsibility to support Ukraine until #Russia finally ends these brutal attacks, ends this unjustified war, ends this horrible killing.

„Our future depends on our joint commitment to defend every person’s rights, every time, everywhere.“ #Austria stands with @volker_turk and calls on everyone to join us in our commitment to strengthen #HumanRights. 👉 Find the High Commissioner’s full statement here: www.ohchr.org/en/statement...

High Commissioner Türk opens the Human Rights Council: People’s pursuit of dignity, equality, and justice is unshakeable

Bilingual version (PDF)[Delivered partly in French]Mr. President of the Human Rights Council, Mr. Secretary-General, Excellencies,

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