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- Editorial
- Presidential Message: The newly elected ABS Board
- ABS Biennial General Meeting - Report
- ABS Event Review September 2023
- Our October Plans
- Vienna Theatre Project: A New Play on Stage
- The Last Page
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EDITORIAL
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Dear Members and Friends of the ABS,
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As we move through the complexities of an ever-changing world, reflecting on the enduring and extraordinary relationship between Austria and the United Kingdom is perspective-broadening. Our shared history, from the times when our two countries were both 'empires', through the great wars, the occupation period, the time we spent together as part of the European Union, to the now redefining togetherness, and in addition to that our culture and our shared values, all that has formed a bridge that has linked our nations for centuries.
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Our honourable society fosters friendships, cultural exchange, and mutual understanding in today's fast-paced global landscape. Whether through our exceptional events or our publishing activities, we continually strengthen the bonds that unite us.
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Newly elected at the Biennial General Meeting, the Austro-British Society Board remains committed to dialogue, collaboration and respect. It will not waver in its appreciation of diversity and promotion of unity. The entire Board thanks you for this confidence in the next period of activity and your unwavering support and commitment. Together, we will ensure that our timeless bond between our countries endures for generations to come!
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ABS Secretary General & ABS News Editor-in-Chief
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PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE
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The newly elected ABS Board
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We recently held our ABS Biennial General Meeting successfully at the Diplomatic Academy. The 16 ABS Board members were also elected.
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Some members then suggested adding photos to the board member’s list for better recognition. At the last ABS Board meeting, it was decided to update the CVs of all board members and add a photo to each one to fulfil this request. This will be implemented in October.
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Take the opportunity to talk to ABS Board members at our events and don't be afraid to ask questions. Any of our board members will also be happy to provide you with information on how you can introduce people in your network to the ABS. The entire ABS Board is very happy to be here for you and we will all do our best to continue to provide you with exceptional experiences in the years to come!
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Prof KR Dr Kurt Tiroch
ABS President
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ABS BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING
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A Report of the Biennial General Meeting held on September 11, 2023
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During the ABS Biennial Meeting, the last term of office of the ABS Board was comprehensively presented to all members present. After the presidential review and overview of the diverse activities of our honourable society, ranging from top-quality events, policy papers and blog contributions to a comprehensive social media presence on various channels, the ABS Treasurer's presentation of the financial development, the auditors' report and the subsequent discharge by the members were further essential items on the agenda. Finally, the election proposal for the ABS Board for the next period was presented by President Kurt Tiroch and put to the vote of the General Assembly, which was unanimously accepted. The Board of Directors for the next period is therefore made up of the following persons:
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- Dr. Emil BRIX, ehem. österr. Botschafter in London, Direktor der Diplomatischen Akademie Wien
- Dr. Martin EICHTINGER, ehem. österr. Botschafter in London, Sonderbeauftragter BMEIA
- Susan le JEUNE d´ALLEGEERSHECQUE, ehem. brit. Botschafterin in Österreich
- Simon SMITH, ehem. brit. Botschafter in Österreich
- Leigh TURNER, ehem. brit. Botschafter in Österreich
- Mag. Bernhard WRABETZ, österr. Botschafter in London
- Dr. Michael ZIMMERMANN, ehem. österr. Botschafter in London
- Prof. Komm. Rat Mag. Dr. Kurt TIROCH, Geschäftsführer, Tiroch GmbH
- Dr. Alexander CHRISTIANI, ao. und bev. Botschafter i.R.
- Jochen RESSEL, Leiter Kommunikation & Fundraising, Souveräner Malteser-Ritter-Orden
- Christian STEINER, Proksch & Partner Rechtsanwälte OG
- Wolfgang GEISSLER, Director i.R., Geissler Financial Services
- DI Wolfgang BUCHTA, Austro Classic
- Dr.med. Ahmadolla ABDELRAHIMSAI, Rehab Zentrum Gänserndorf
- Joanna GODWIN-SEIDL, Director Vienna Theatre Project
- Colin MUNRO, ehem. brit. Botschafter bei der OSZE
- Fridolin RICHTER, nu:media
- HR Mag. Sabine SCHMIDT-FIRST, Statistik Austria
- Prof. Dr. Melanie SULLY, Go-Governance Institute
- Gustav TRUBATSCH, ehem. Geschäftsführer, Castrol Austria
- Mag. Eva VASKOVICH-FIDELSBERGER, Astrologin
- Mag. Dr. Ulrike BUCHTA-KAUSEL, Steuerberaterin
- Mag. Ekaterina YANEVA, Geschäftsführung, LVA24 Prozessfinanzierung GmbH
- Philipp SADEK, MSc, The Boston Consulting Group
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Click this button to download the detailed protocol of the ABS Biennial General Meeting:
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ABS EVENT REVIEW SEPT. 2023
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A Strong Comeback after the Summer Break
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After a few weeks of summer break, the ABS came back with outstanding events. Find all reviews here:
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WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR SCOTLAND?
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Prof Melanie Sully und Botschafter a.D. Colin Munro in Diskussion.
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HISTORY MATTERS - WARUM GROSSBRITANNIEN UND ÖSTERREICH MIT GESCHICHTE UNTERSCHIEDLICH UMGEHEN
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Botschaft Dr. Emil Brix am ABS-Podium im Rahmen des Biennial General Meeting.
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Martin Weiss, Botschafter Österreichs in den USA a.D., Präsident „Salzburg Global Seminar“, am Podium der ABS
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...geht für alle September-Veranstaltungen an unseren Vizepräsidenten Dr. Alexander Christiani, der durch sein Kontaktnetzwerk nicht nur wesentlich dazu beiträgt, solch hochkarätige Veranstaltungen möglich zu machen, sondern der durch seine exzellente Vorbereitung diese auch brilliant moderiert! Herzlichen Dank im Namen aller, die in den Genuss dieser Veranstaltungen gekommen sind!
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ABS EVENT PLANS FOR OCTOBER 2023
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What Great Events Await You in October!
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Be excited about these great opportunities for top first-hand information:
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OCTOBER 5, 2023: "E-Mobility –The Chinese Power"
we are welcoming on the ABS stage:
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- Mag. Gregor Strassl (CEO, MegaDenzel)
- Danijel Dzihi (BYD Austria, Managing Director)
- Mag. Pascal Sperger (BYD, Product Manager)
- 6pm at MEGADENZEL Wien Erdberg
- Invitation already in your email inbox!
OCTOBER 16-24, 2023: The ABS trip to Uganda "Gorilla Tracking"
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- We are curious to see picts from Africa and to follow the reports of this outstanding travel
- 14 ABS Members making it on their way to Africa.
OCTOBER 25, 2023: "Global Perspectives"
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- Former Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, Dr. Wolfgang Schüssel, on the ABS stage!
- In the premises of the ÖGAVN - Austrian Society for Foreign Policy and the UN - Vienna Hofburg/Stallburg.
- Details to follow soon!
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VIENNA THEATRE PROJECT
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A New Play on Stage: "The P Word" by Waleed Akhtar
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Drama, romance, humour and a sprinkle of Bollywood charm in this West End smash hit….“‘I’m not in your Britain. I’m in another Britain.’
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Zafar flees homophobic persecution in Pakistan to seek asylum in the UK. Londoner Bilal (or Billy as he prefers to be known) is ground down by years of Grindr and being a brown, gay man. Their worlds are about to collide and change forever.
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- “Tremendous. Plays like this are rare.” Time Out
- “Irresistible. Bewitches with hope, romance and heart.” Guardian
- “Gorgeous” Pink News , “Thrillingly moving” The Stage
5-star Ratings by New European and The Times
Directed by ABS Board member Joanna Godwin-Seidl, assisted by Dave Moskin
Starring: Suraj Shah and Diljohn Singh
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Performances with kind permission of The Agency, UK.
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Why the "Expat City Ranking" has named Vienna the most unfriendly city in the world.
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Account name: Österreichisch-Britische Gesellschaft | Erste Bank der oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG | IBAN: AT422011184479592100 | BIC: GIBAATWWXXX
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Für den Inhalt verantwortlich: Jochen Ressel
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