Japan-Austria Relations
Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs IKUINA’s attendance at the National Day Reception of the Republic of Austria
October 23, 2026
On October 23, Ms. IKUINA Akiko, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, attended the Austrian National Day Reception held in Tokyo and delivered remarks on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
- In her remarks, Parliamentary Vice-Minister IKUINA referred to the development of strong and friendly relations between Japan and Austria since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1869, with music being a notable example of this connection.
- Referring to recent exchanges between local governments, cooperation in the business sector, and the recent Japan-Austria Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, she highlighted the strengthening of multilayered bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of culture, economy, and diplomacy, and expressed her hope for continued cooperation both bilaterally and in international fora.