What is Order of the White Double Cross? Slovakia's top honour awarded to PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the Order of the White Double Cross, First Class, the highest state honour of Slovakia. The award
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the Order of the White Double Cross, First Class, the highest state honour of Slovakia. The award was presented by Slovak President Peter Pellegrini during the Prime Minister’s official visit to the Central European nation. The honour is awarded to individuals who have made an important contribution to Slovakia’s international relations and cooperation with other countries. Read Full Story Modi is among a select group of global leaders to receive the prestigious award, which is regarded as Slovakia’s highest recognition for foreign nationals. A PRESTIGIOUS AWARD IN SLOVAKIA The Order of the White Double Cross was established after Slovakia became an independent republic in 1993.
It is awarded by the President of Slovakia and is primarily given to foreign citizens for their contribution to developing friendly relations with the country. The award takes its name from the white double cross, a historic symbol that forms part of Slovakia’s national emblem. It is one of the country's most respected honours and is awarded in different classes, with the First Class being among the highest grades. WHY WAS PM MODI HONOURED? According to the Prime Minister's Office, the award recognises Prime Minister Modi’s efforts in strengthening ties between India and Slovakia, as well as his wider contribution to international diplomacy.
India and Slovakia have expanded cooperation in areas such as trade, technology, defence, innovation and cultural exchanges in recent years. The honour is seen as a recognition of the growing partnership between the two countries. PM MODI DEDICATES AWARD TO INDIANS Accepting the award, Prime Minister Modi thanked President Pellegrini, the Slovak government and the people of Slovakia. He said the honour belongs to the 1.4 billion people of India and reflects the friendship between India and Slovakia. Modi also said the recognition would inspire both nations to continue building stronger ties in the years ahead. ALSO READ: G7 Summit: PM Modi's Historic Slovakia Visit Marks New Chapter In Bilateral Ties | India Today ANOTHER INTERNATIONAL HONOUR FOR MODI The Order of the White Double Cross adds to a growing list of international honours conferred on Prime Minister Modi by countries across different regions.
Such awards are typically presented to leaders who have contributed to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing cooperation on global issues. For Slovakia, the decision to confer its highest national honour on Modi signals the importance it places on its relationship with India and the opportunities for deeper engagement in the future. Ends
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