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Updated June 12th, 2019 at 16:34 IST

'A testimony to India’s growing stature in the world,' says Union Minister Smriti Irani on PM Modi being conferred with Maldives' highest honour for foreign dignitary

Smriti Irani reacted to Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's decision to honor the PM of India

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Union Minister Smriti Irani reacted to Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's decision to honour the Prime Minister with “The Most Honourable Order of the Distinguished Rule of Nishan Izzuddeen”, the highest order accorded to foreign dignitaries.

The Minister for Women & Child Development posted a tweet by the Foreign Minister of Maldives, Abdulla Shahid which read:

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While Abdulla Shahid's tweet confirmed that Modi will be honoured with Maldives's highest civilian honor, Smriti Irani asserted that the move marked the fact that India's stature continued to grow in the world. She further added that it also reflects Prime Minister Modi's immense contribution towards strengthing India's position on the global map while maintaining strong relations with neighbouring countries. 

Earlier on Saturday, Shahid received Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Velana International Airport:

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On his visit, the Prime Minister tweeted and highlighted the strong ties that India shares with the Republic of Maldives. He also said that India holds high desires to boost cooperation in various spheres:

The PM is in Maldives after taking oath for his second term. On his visit, bilateral talks were scheduled with President Solih, Vice President Faisal Naseem and Speaker of the Majlis Mohamed Nasheed. The Prime Minister also addressed the People's Majlis (Majlis Parliament) on his first visit to the island nation. 

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Published June 8th, 2019 at 22:04 IST

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