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PM Modi Receives Indonesia's Highest Honour

Indonesia confers its highest civilian honour on PM Modi, strengthening India-Indonesia ties.

Vikram Menon
Vikram Menon
Foreign Affairs Editor · Tue, 07 July 2026 at 12:16 pm
PM Modi Receives Indonesia's Highest Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Indonesia's highest honour, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal, on Tuesday in Jakarta. This prestigious award is the highest honour in the Republic of Indonesia and is given to individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity, and prosperity of the country.

The medal was presented to PM Modi by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. In response to this honour, PM Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo, the Government of Indonesia, and the people of Indonesia. He stated that this honour belongs not just to him, but to the crores of Indians and the historic and intimate ties between India and Indonesia.

The 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal is a significant recognition of PM Modi's efforts to strengthen India-Indonesia strategic ties. This award is a testament to the growing relationship between the two countries and is expected to further boost cooperation in various fields.

The conferring of this honour on PM Modi is a significant development in India-Indonesia relations. It reflects the strong bond between the two nations and is expected to have a positive impact on bilateral trade, investment, and cultural exchange. The move is also seen as a recognition of India's growing influence in the region and its emergence as a key player in global affairs.

The Indian government has welcomed this honour and sees it as a significant milestone in the country's engagement with Indonesia. The move is expected to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries and pave the way for greater cooperation in the future.

In the coming days, PM Modi's visit to Indonesia is expected to yield significant outcomes in terms of trade, investment, and cultural exchange. The visit is seen as an opportunity for the two countries to deepen their engagement and explore new areas of cooperation. With the conferring of the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal on PM Modi, the stage is set for a new era of cooperation between India and Indonesia.

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