On December 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the prestigious Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Kuwait’s highest national award, from His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait. The significant event, marking the 43rd anniversary of the last visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait, was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of Kuwait.
The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, instituted in 1974, is bestowed upon select global leaders who have made remarkable contributions to fostering international relations and peace. PM Modi’s recognition underscores the deepening ties between India and Kuwait, particularly over the past few years, as the two nations have worked together on trade, energy security, and cultural exchange.
In a heartfelt speech, PM Modi dedicated the award to the Indian community in Kuwait, which plays a vital role in the socio-economic landscape of the Gulf nation, and to the 1.4 billion people of India. His remarks emphasized the longstanding friendship between the two countries and the growing cooperation in various sectors, including trade, security, and regional stability.
This honor is part of a growing list of international accolades conferred on Prime Minister Modi for his contributions to global diplomacy and the promotion of India’s stature on the world stage. In recent years, Modi has received numerous prestigious awards, including the King Hamad Order of the Renaissance from Bahrain, the Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud from Saudi Arabia, and the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle from Russia. His growing collection of awards from Muslim-majority countries is unprecedented, making him one of the most decorated leaders in terms of international recognition.
The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer is one of the most respected awards in the Arab world. It has previously been conferred on a few distinguished world leaders. However, no other leader has received as many awards from Muslim-majority countries as Prime Minister Modi, underscoring the broad appeal of his leadership and India’s rising influence globally.
The special significance of this award was highlighted by the fact that it was presented during the historic visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait after a gap of 43 years. This visit has set the stage for further strengthening bilateral ties and fostering deeper connections between the two nations.
As India celebrates this recognition, it reaffirms its place as an emerging global power, with Prime Minister Modi continuing to build bridges of peace, prosperity, and cooperation across the world.
