Austria in Ukraine

Austria has joined the International Civil Protection Shelter Coalition, reinforcing its commitment to protecting civilians and strengthening humanitarian support. Together, we work to ensure safer conditions and resilience where it is needed most. mig.com.ua/do-koalitsii-u…

On March 18 in Kyiv, the Living the War team and 🇦🇹 Ambassador @robertmueller3 presented the German translation of the 3rd volume on 🇷🇺occupation. Based on 8 personal testimonies, the book reveals life under occupation. Published with the support of @AustriaInUA and 🇦🇹 partners.

💡 Training for the second cohort of #REDpreneurWomen has begun! Participants will develop business ideas, receive practical entrepreneurship skills, access mentoring, and learn to create innovative, socially impactful projects to strengthen their communities. 🤝 @roteskreuzat

Ambassador @robertmueller3 met with Aida Lindmeier, Director of @ILO_Ukraine , to discuss ongoing cooperation. Focus: how to best support Ukraine in meeting international labour standards and implementing EU directives in the context of its EU accession process.

What does it take to succeed in international diplomacy? Ambassador @robertmueller3 shared his journey with students at Sigmund Freud University 🇺🇦, answering questions on everything from intercultural skills to the books that shaped his worldview.

Women’s rights apply at all times and everywhere. On International Women’s Day, we reaffirm: advancing gender equality worldwide is a core priority of Austrian foreign policy. ♀️🌍 #InternationalWomensDay2026

Liebe Männer, verstecken wir uns nicht hinter dem Satz „Not all men“. Stärken wir stattdessen unseren Kolleginnen den Rücken. Holen wir Frauen auf die Podien und in die Gremien dieser Welt. Und tragen wir auch im Alltag unseren Teil mit. (vdb) #Frauentag2026

🇺🇦 and 🇦🇹strengthen cooperation in reconstruction. During the visit of Austrian Minister for Economy, Energy and Tourism @hattmannsdorfer , a MoU was signed with Deputy PM for Reconstruction Oleksii Kuleba on cooperation in road infrastructure and housing construction.

At the 16th meeting of the 🇺🇦-🇦🇹 Joint Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation in Kyiv chaired by the Ministers of Economy, both sides agreed to involve Austrian companies and financing in restoring Ukraine’s energy and transport infrastructure.

Austria continues to support Kyiv. During a meeting with Mayor @Vitaliy_Klychko , Minister @hattmannsdorfer discussed humanitarian aid for Kyiv. They also talked about further cooperation, economic partnership, and the involvement of 🇦🇹 businesses in the reconstruction of Kyiv.

Strategic Investment: Facilitating capital flow into Ukraine’s renewable energy sector. Modernization: Utilizing Austrian high-tech energy equipment to restore and strengthen Ukraine's energy grid.

🇦🇹Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer and 🇺🇦Minister of Energy, Denys Shmyhal, have signed a MoU on cooperation in renewable hydrogen. This strategic framework prioritizes: Production & Infrastructure: Scaling green hydrogen generation and specialized storage/transport systems.

The ministers discussed strengthening 🇦🇹-🇺🇦 economic cooperation, including energy resilience, reconstruction, industrial cooperation and opportunities for 🇦🇹 businesses to participate in 🇺🇦recovery. A high-level 🇦🇹 government and business delegation accompanied the Minister.

🇦🇹 Minister for Economy, Energy and Tourism @hattmannsdorfer traveled to Kyiv to meet with his 🇺🇦counterpart Oleksii Sobolev.

Vienna as a hub for Ukraine’s recovery On 26–27 Feb 2026, Vienna hosted international coordinators for 🇺🇦reconstruction, boosting global coordination and efficiency. FM Beate Meinl-Reisinger: recovery is both solidarity and an economic opportunity.

💼👩‍💼 The first cohort of the #REDpreneur Women programme completed a module on veteran entrepreneurship, exploring leadership, team building, growth mindset & turning challenges into business opportunities. 🤝 @roteskreuzat @mva_gov_ua #WomenInBusiness #VeteranEntrepreneurs

On February 27, with the support of the Austrian Embassy in Ukraine, the premiere of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart took place on the main stage of the National Operetta of Ukraine, directed by Stanislav Ivanov. Cultural diplomacy in action.

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, United Kingdom, United States — thank you for your support. Light will prevail.

On 26 Feb 2026, 🇪🇺Ambassadors, including Austria’s Ambassador @robertmueller3 , held a detailed discussion with @taraskachka on progress of the 10-point plan for priority reforms. It’s encouraging that Ukraine focuses on anti-corruption and rule of law.

A fire engine from 🇦🇹 has been on duty in Odesa since early 2026. Every night, it helps fight the consequences of drone and missile attacks. Heartfelt thanks to the generous donors and to Erich Hofmarcher for making this vital support possible. 🇦🇹 🇺🇦Solidarity that saves lives.