President Hage Geingob has urged the newly appointed Ambassador to Austria and UN agencies to promote economic opportunities found in Namibia during his tour of duty.

Dr. Geingob handed over the letter of appointment to Vasco Mushe Sampofu during the commissioning ceremony at State House.

56-year-old career diplomat Sampofu takes over from Nada Kruger, who went into early retirement.

The Namibian Mission in Austria is also accredited to UN organisations and agencies headquartered in the capital, Vienna.