PM Modi Conferred With Indonesia's 'Bintang Adipurna' Medal, Country’s Highest Award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday conferred Indonesia’s highest state honour, the Bintang Republik Indonesia Adipurna, by President Prabowo Subianto during his two-day visit to the Southeast Asian nation.

Prabowo announced that the honour was being bestowed in recognition of the Prime Minister’s contributions to strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation.

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The honour was conferred during a state ceremony at Indonesia’s Presidential Palace in Jakarta, making it one of the biggest moments of PM Modi’s ongoing three-nation visit.

A tribute to the India-Indonesia friendship.

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“This is the highest accolade our republic can bestow, and it stands as a testament to the profound civilisational bonds and the unbreakable strategic trust between Indonesia and India,” President Prabowo said while addressing the joint press conference.

Accepting the honour, PM Modi said that it belonged to the people of India and reflected the enduring ties between the two nations.

While addressing the joint press conferenece, PM Modi said, “This morning, I was conferred Indonesia’s highest honour with great affection and respect. This honour belongs to the crores of Indians; it reflects the sentiments of the people of Indonesia and the historic, deep-rooted bonds between our two nations. I extend my heartfelt thanks to President Prabowo, the Government of Indonesia, and the people here.”

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Highlighting the growing bilateral partnership, PM Modi said that India and Indonesia had strengthened cooperation across several sectors in recent years.

“In recent years, the relationship between India and Indonesia has gained new energy, confidence, and depth. Our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, established in 2018, is now scaling new heights. We are taking significant strides across all sectors—development, security, technology, culture, and education,” he said.

The conferment adds to the list of international honours received by PM Modi from foreign governments in recognition of his efforts to strengthen India’s diplomatic engagement and strategic partnerships.

All About Bintang Adipurna

The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia is the country’s highest honour. It is awarded to individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity and prosperity of the Republic of Indonesia.

Established in 1959, it is awarded by the Indonesian President to individuals who have rendered extraordinary service to the nation.

For foreign heads of state and government, the honour is conferred in recognition of their outstanding role in strengthening Indonesia’s friendship, strategic cooperation and bilateral relations with other countries.

PM Modi In Indonesia

PM Modi on Monday arrived in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour, aimed at further strengthening India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

The Prime Minister was welcomed at the Jakarta airport by Prabowo Subianto. Additionally, fighter jets from the Indonesia Air Force accompanied PM Modi’s plane from the time he entered the Indonesian air space.

Earlier today, PM Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome in Jakarta, featuring horse-mounted guards, a ceremonial Guard of Honour and traditional cultural performances. President Prabowo personally received the Prime Minister, with the two leaders sharing a warm embrace before heading for bilateral talks.

During his visit to Indonesia from July 6 to 8, PM Modi held talks with President Subianto to further deepen bilateral ties. This is his fourth visit to Indonesia.

PM Modi’s visit to Indonesia is also expected to give a fresh push to bilateral ties, particularly in the defence sector, with the BrahMos missile deal likely to witness significant progress.

During this visit, PM Modi will interact with the Indian diaspora in Indonesia and visit the Prambanan Temple complex at Yogyakarta with President Prabowo, which is another remarkable testament to the close cultural ties between the two countries.

The centuries-old temple, located approximately 17 km northeast of Yogyakarta city, is considered Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple.