Thu Nov 21 10:58:17 UTC 2024: ## Modi Awarded Guyana’s Highest Honour
**Georgetown, Guyana – November 20, 2024** – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was today bestowed with Guyana’s highest national honour, the Order of Excellence, by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a ceremony at the State House. The award recognizes Prime Minister Modi’s “visionary statesmanship, championing of developing countries’ rights globally, exceptional service to the global community, and commitment to strengthening India-Guyana relations.”
Prime Minister Modi, accepting the award, dedicated it to the people of India and the enduring historical ties between the two nations. He highlighted his state visit as a symbol of India’s unwavering dedication to deepening the friendship between India and Guyana.
Prime Minister Modi is only the fourth foreign leader to receive Guyana’s highest national award.
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