Prime Minister Modi Honored with Cyprus's Highest Civilian Award
On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, Cyprus's highest civilian honor. Modi expressed humility and dedicated the award to the friendship between the two nations. The award is named after Cyprus's first President, Archbishop Makarios III.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was celebrated in Cyprus on Monday, receiving the prestigious Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III. This distinguished recognition, Cyprus's highest civilian accolade, underscores the strong diplomatic ties between the two nations.
After receiving the honor, Prime Minister Modi expressed his gratitude and dedicated the award to the enduring friendship between India and Cyprus. "Humbled to receive the 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III' of Cyprus. I dedicate it to the friendship between our nations," Modi stated.
Established in tribute to the country's first President, Archbishop Makarios III, the Order serves as a significant emblem of knighthood in Cyprus, marking exemplary contributions to the nation and its relations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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