NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday awarded the Order of Zayed, the highest civilian decoration of the United Arab Emirates, by UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
“We have historical and comprehensive strategic ties with India, reinforced by the pivotal role of my dear friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who gave these relations a big boost. In appreciation of his efforts, the UAE President grants him the Zayed Medal,” tweeted Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.
“I accept this honour with utmost humility. Under your visionary leadership, our strategic ties have reached new heights. This friendship is contributing to the peace and prosperity of our people and planet,” tweeted Modi in Arabic, English and Hindi.