Guyana
PM Modi Conferred with Guyana’s Highest Honor, ‘The Order of Excellence’. In a historic ceremony held at the State House in Georgetown, Guyana, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the nation’s highest civilian award, “The Order of Excellence,” by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali. This prestigious award recognizes PM Modi’s visionary leadership, his advocacy for the rights of developing countries on the global stage, his exceptional service to the international community, and his relentless commitment to strengthening the bond between India and Guyana.
A Tribute to the People of India and Shared History
While accepting the award, PM Modi dedicated the honor to the people of India and emphasized the deep-rooted historical ties between the two nations. He described his state visit to Guyana as a testament to India’s continued dedication to deepening the friendship between the two countries.
“I sincerely thank President Dr. Irfaan Ali for conferring upon me Guyana’s highest honor, ‘The Order of Excellence.’ This recognition is a reflection of the 1.4 billion people of India,” PM Modi expressed during the ceremony.
A Milestone in India-Guyana Relations
PM Modi is only the fourth foreign leader in history to receive this prestigious award. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, hailed the achievement, calling it “another feather in the cap for India.” He emphasized that the award acknowledges PM Modi’s statesmanship, service to the global community, and significant contributions to enhancing India-Guyana relations.
President Irfaan Ali also spoke about the importance of technology, innovation, and digitization in bridging global gaps. He stressed that advancements should aim to reduce inequality and poverty, bringing nations closer together. “India has been championing new technology innovation, and PM Modi reminded us in CARICOM that you are a member of this CARICOM family,” the Guyanese president said.
Shared Values Between India and Guyana
During his address, PM Modi highlighted the commonalities between India and Guyana, noting that both nations are blessed with abundant natural resources, including rivers that form an integral part of their cultural identities. He cited India’s Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra rivers as parallel examples to Guyana’s iconic waterways, which are integral to the cultural heritage of its people.
In conclusion, Prime Minister Modi reiterated that India is ready to work closely with Guyana to further strengthen their bilateral relations. “Our cooperation as two democracies is vital, not just for our bilateral relations but also for the entire Global South,” he affirmed.
The award ceremony underscored the shared aspirations of both nations to enhance cooperation in various sectors, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and mutual development.
