Prime Minister Modi, who arrived in Kuwait on Saturday for a two-day mission, became the first Indian prime minister to visit the Gulf country in 43 years.
Earlier, PM Modi had received honours from Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain. In November, Guyana and Dominica conferred their top awards on Prime Minister Modi for his contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic and his exceptional contributions to the global community and efforts in strengthening bilateral ties with the two Caribbean nations.
That same month, Nigeria bestowed its national honor – the Grand Commander of the Order of Niger – on Prime Minister Modi for his political acumen and notable contribution to the progress of bilateral relations, making him the second foreign dignitary to be awarded that honor. honor.
Prime Minister Modi got a welcome ritual and guard of honor at the Bayan Palace ahead of his talks with Kuwait’s top leaders. Prime Minister Modi, who is visiting Kuwait at the invitation of the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, spoke at length with the Emir, Crown Prince Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah and his Kuwaiti counterpart.
(With contributions from the agency)
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