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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

With extreme weather events increasing globally, better weather forecasts save lives and livelihoods. On 25 September, Austria, together with WMO co-hosted a reception to celebrate 2026 European Meteorological Society Silver Medal awarded to Markus Repnik, Director of the #SOFF Secretariat.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Austria 🇦🇹 raised concerns at UNHRC today over growing threats to #MediaFreedom and the safety of journalists worldwide. 🇺🇳 #HRC63 Journalists and media workers must be able to work freely, independently and without fear of intimidation or reprisals. #JournoSafe #HumanRights

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

At #HRC63 Austria 🇦🇹 calls on Russia to release Ukranian civilians that are unlawfully held in custody. We fully support the Commission of Inquiry on #Ukraine and call for accountability for violations of international law.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

As #HRC63 opens today, UN High Commissioner for #HumanRights Volker Türk put AI related challenges firmly on the agenda. His call: We need “technology that serves humanity rather than the other way round.” AI governance must protect human agency, rights and democratic societies.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

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 👇

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

>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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

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...

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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

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Beate Meinl-Reisinger @beate.neos.eu · 03/06/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

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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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

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 🙌

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

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!

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

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...

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

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...

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Croatia Declares Former Mined Areas Safe Once Again

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

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.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

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

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

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...

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

@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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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

„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...

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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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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Permanent Representative of Austria to the @ungeneva.bsky.social & the @wto.org in Geneva Alexander Kmentt paying courtesy visit and presenting his credentials to WTO Director-General @noiweala.bsky.social today #Austria & #EU will continue to strongly support rules-based multilateral trade system

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

5 years ago, the #TPNW established a prohibition of #nuclearweapons due to their unacceptable humanitarian consequences + risks. Moving away from #nuclearweapons is today more urgent amid geopolitical tensions and even higher nuclear risks. @nuclearban.bsky.social www.bmeia.gv.at/fileadmin/us...

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Meeting with @wipo.int DG Daren Tang: 🌍 Great exchange on promoting protection and effective use of #intellectualproperty worldwide. Supporting #innovation, #technology, #creativity, and economic development through international cooperation. 🤝 Together for #multilateralism!

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Yesterday Amb. @akmentt.bsky.social visited #ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo They had a rich exchange on the mandate and functioning of the ILO and the challenges ahead. Very pleased that #Austria is represented in the building by a painting of #AlfonsWalde in front of the DG’s office.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

An honour to meet the new UNHCR, Barham Salih. #UNHCR is a trusted partner in implementing #HumanitarianAid, addressing global refugee & displacement challenges. Supporting people in need as close to their home as possible is a humanitarian necessity — @unhcr.org’s work is key. @akmentt.bsky.social

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International Gender Champions @intgenderchampions.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

🆕Things have been busy at the #INTGenderChampions in December! From celebrating successful Gender-Responsive Climate Action, to pushing forward with the launch of the new Lighthouse Strategy, find out what our Champions have been up to in our December news flash. 🎬⚡ youtu.be/f3h9rCZ-RRM?...

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News Flash December 2025

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Today Ambassador Alexander KMENTT (@akmentt.bsky.social) 🇦🇹 handed over his credentials to the President of the Conference on Disarmament, Ambassador Francisca E. MÉNDEZ ESCOBAR 🇲🇽. We thank Mexico and look forward to working with Mongolia as the incoming presidency from 1 January 2026 🤝

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

“People who choose humanity over fear, solidarity over indifference.” At yesterday’s #NansenRefugeeAward ceremony, @filippograndi.unhcr.org honoured these people, celebrating that compassion changes lives 👏 👉 Press release: ctrk.klclick1.com/l/01KCNPGTBZ... 📸 UNHCR/Anne-Laure Lechat

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

New Lex International report shows, while international law faces many challenges, a vast majority of people 🌍 support equal rules for all states, ⚖️ reject violations of humanitarian law, 🤝 and want governments to ensure compliance. 📄 lexinternational.org/internationa... 📸 Pierre Augier

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MFA Austria @bmeia.gv.at · 14/12/2025

#70years after Austria’s accession to the #UN, one thing is clear: A rules-based international world order is crucial for our security. That is why we are running for a seat on the UN Security Council for 2027/2028. We must work together to ensure peace, freedom, and prosperity.

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International Gender Champions @intgenderchampions.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Welcome among the #INTGenderChampions in Geneva, Ambassador Alexander Kmentt of Austria to the United Nations and other international organisations in Geneva! Read his commitments for #GenderEquality: genderchampions.com/champions/al... @austriaungeneva.bsky.social @akmentt.bsky.social

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European Union Delegations to the United Nations @euatun.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Human rights are not only legal commitments set out in intl conventions - they are lived. They protect how we express, worship, organise, love & participate in our communities every day. They belong to everyone, everywhere. Message of #TeamEurope in Geneva on #HumanRightsDay ⏬🎥

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

“What is heartening is that there are so many of us, around the world, attached to the same universal human rights values - no matter […] the persistent injustices.” On this #HumanRightsDay, we stand with HC Volker Türk and every voice demanding freedom, equality, justice for all.

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Permanent Mission of Austria to the United Nations in Geneva @austriaungeneva.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

We’re proud to announce that our recently appointed PR, Amb. Kmentt, is now a #GenderChampion! Among other commitments, he supports the Panel Parity Pledge and the Gender-based Violence Pledge. We thank him and the @intgenderchampions.bsky.social for their commitment for #HumanRights!

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