Washington: US President Donald Trump honored India’s PM Narendra Modi with the prestigious ‘Legion of Merit’. This award was given to Modi for enhancing the Indo-US strategic relationship. On behalf of Modi, this honor was accepted by India’s Ambassador to America Taranjit Singh Sandhu.
On behalf of Trump, this award was given by Robert O’Brien, US National Security Advisor. America’s highest award is given only to the head of a country or government. Along with Modi, this award was also given to former Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe and Prime Minister of Australia Scott Morrison.
America said about India that under Modi’s leadership, India is becoming a global power. At the same time, the Prime Minister of India played an important role in increasing strategic partnership with America and in meeting global challenges. Abe was given the honor for his leadership and vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific and Morrison for his leadership in addressing global challenges and promoting collective security.
