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PM Modi Receives Indonesia's Highest Honour

PM Modi awarded Bintang Adipurna, Indonesia's top honour. He is on a 2-day state visit.

Farida Sheikh
Farida Sheikh
International Affairs Writer · Tue, 07 July 2026 at 11:16 am
PM Modi Receives Indonesia's Highest Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the Bintang Republik Indonesia Adipurna, the highest state honour of Indonesia. This prestigious award is the highest class of the Star of the Republic of Indonesia, the country's premier order of merit.

The Bintang Adipurna is awarded by the President of Indonesia to individuals who have rendered extraordinary service to the nation. PM Modi received this honour during his 2-day state visit to Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the two countries.

According to the Indonesian government, the Bintang Adipurna is reserved for those who have made outstanding contributions to the nation. The award is a testament to PM Modi's efforts to strengthen ties between India and Indonesia. The Indian Prime Minister's visit to Indonesia is aimed at boosting cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, and defence.

The conferring of the Bintang Adipurna on PM Modi reflects the growing closeness between India and Indonesia. The two countries have been working together to promote regional stability and security. The award is also seen as a recognition of PM Modi's leadership and his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Indonesia.

The 2-day state visit by PM Modi is expected to further enhance the strategic partnership between India and Indonesia. The visit has seen the signing of several agreements and memoranda of understanding in areas such as trade, defence, and culture. The Bintang Adipurna award is a significant milestone in the visit, highlighting the strong bonds between the two nations.

As PM Modi continues his visit to Indonesia, the focus will be on implementing the agreements signed during the visit. The Indian government is expected to work closely with its Indonesian counterpart to promote mutual understanding and cooperation. The Bintang Adipurna award is a testament to the strong foundation of the India-Indonesia relationship, and it is expected to further strengthen the ties between the two countries in the coming years.

In the coming months, India and Indonesia are expected to work together on several initiatives, including joint projects in the fields of defence, trade, and infrastructure. The visit by PM Modi has laid the groundwork for a new era of cooperation between the two nations, and the Bintang Adipurna award is a significant recognition of the Indian Prime Minister's efforts to promote bilateral ties.

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