PM Modi First Head of State to Receive Ethiopia's Highest Honour

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred "The Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia," the nation's highest award.
• Modi becomes the first international head of state or government to receive this prestigious honour.
• This marks his 28th foreign state honour, received during his first bilateral visit to Ethiopia.
• Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali personally received Modi at the airport and drove him to his hotel, signifying strong bilateral ties.
• The award, established in September 2024, recognizes outstanding contributions to diplomacy, politics, or special support to Ethiopia.

Why It Matters: PM Modi receives Ethiopia's highest award, becoming the first head of state to be so honoured.