Muscat, Oman | December 18, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Oman’s highest civilian decoration, the ‘Order of Oman’, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to strengthening India–Oman bilateral relations.
The prestigious honor was presented by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at a special ceremony held in the Omani capital, Muscat, marking another milestone in India’s expanding diplomatic footprint in the Gulf region.
Record 28 Highest Foreign Honors for PM Modi
With the Order of Oman, Prime Minister Modi has now received 28 highest civilian awards from foreign nations, the most ever by any Indian leader. His growing list of international honors includes:
Russia: Order of St. Andrew
United Arab Emirates: Zayed Medal
France: Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
Maldives: Rule of Izzuddin
Nigeria, Cyprus, Fiji, and several other nations
These recognitions reflect India’s rising global stature and Modi’s role in deepening strategic, economic, and people-to-people partnerships worldwide.
Final Leg of Three-Nation Tour
Oman marks the final stop of PM Modi’s three-nation diplomatic tour, which began on December 15 and included visits to Jordan and Ethiopia. The Prime Minister is scheduled to return to India later today after concluding his engagements in Muscat.
Earlier Honor from Ethiopia
Before arriving in Oman, PM Modi was also honored by Ethiopia with the ‘Great Order of the Star of Ethiopia’, presented by Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali. Notably, Modi became the first Prime Minister in the world to receive this distinction.
Strengthening India–Oman Relations
The Order of Oman award comes at a time when India and Oman are significantly expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, defense, and the Indian diaspora, reinforcing Muscat’s role as a key partner in India’s Gulf strategy.
