On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Kuwait's highest honor, The Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer. This marks the 20th international award conferred upon him by a foreign nation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred with Kuwait's highest honour 'The Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer' by Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, in Kuwait.(PTI)
The Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer is a prestigious knighthood bestowed by Kuwait. It is granted to Heads of State, foreign sovereigns, and members of royal families as a symbol of friendship.
“I am honoured to be conferred the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Order by His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah. I dedicate this honour to the people of India and to the strong friendship between India and Kuwait,” PM Modi posted on X.
The award has previously been presented to notable foreign leaders such as Bill Clinton, Prince Charles, and George Bush.
Just last month, Prime Minister Modi received Guyana's highest national honor, The Order of Excellence, during his visit to the country.
“I express my heartfelt gratitude to my friend President Irfaan Ali for conferring upon me Guyana's highest award. This is a living proof of your deep commitment to our relations which will continue to inspire us to move forward in every field,” PM Modi had said.
The Prime Minister was honored with the "Dominica Award of Honour" by President Sylvanie Burton of Dominica.
"Honoured to be conferred with highest national award by Dominica. I dedicate it to the 140 crore people of India," Modi said in a post on X.
PM Modi Honored with Ceremonial Guard of Honour in Kuwait
The Prime Minister was given a grand ceremonial welcome in Kuwait during his state visit to the Gulf nation. At the Bayan Palace, he was honored with a ceremonial guard of honor. The Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, also attended the ceremony.
The Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs shared details of the meeting on X. "A special welcome on historic visit! PM @narendramodi arrives at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait to a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour. Warmly received by HH Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, PM of Kuwait. Extensive talks with HH the Amir, Crown Prince and PM of Kuwait lie ahead."
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