The Republic of Austria and the Republic of Slovenia, hereinafter referred to as the “Contracting Parties”,

Desiring to intensify the economic co-operation between the two States,

Intending to encourage and create favourable conditions for investments made by investors of one Contracting Party in the territory of the other Contracting Party on the basis of equality and mutual benefit,

Recognising that the mutual promotion and protection of investments on the basis of this Agreement will stimulate business initiative,

Reaffirming their commitment to the observance of internationally recognised labour standards,

Have agreed as follows: