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Prime Minister Conferred with “Oliy Darajali Do’stlik” Order, Uzbekistan’s highest honour for foreign leaders
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was conferred with the “Oliy Darajali Do’stlik” Order (Order of Highest Friendship), Uzbekistan’s highest honour for foreign leaders, by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The award recognises his contribution to strengthening friendship between India and Uzbekistan. Accepting the honour, Prime Minister Modi dedicated it to the 1.4 billion people of India, stating it symbolizes enduring friendship and shared heritage between the two civilizations. He also highlighted the commitment to work together as Global South partners, reflecting deep-rooted civilisational ties and the India-Uzbekistan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.