PM Modi conferred Uzbekistan’s highest state honour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Uzbekistan's highest state honor, the 'Oliy Darajali Dustlik', during his visit to Tashkent. The visit focused on strengthening bilateral ties in trade, defense, and energy between India and Uzbekistan.
Why it matters
This diplomatic recognition underscores India's growing strategic influence and engagement within Central Asia.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Sunday conferred Uzbekistan’s highest state honour, the Order of “Oliy Darajali Dustlik”, by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during his two-day state visit to the Central Asian country, in recognition of his contribution to strengthening the India-Uzbekistan strategic partnership and deepening bilateral ties.The prestigious honour was presented to PM Modi in Tashkent as the two leaders held delegation-level talks aimed at expanding cooperation between India and Uzbekistan across several key areas.PM Modi dedicated the honour to the enduring friendship and close ties between India and Uzbekistan, describing it as a recognition of the strong bond between the two countries.The award ceremony came during a series of official engagements that highlighted the growing strategic relationship between New Delhi and Tashkent.
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