Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, Brazil’s highest civilian honor, by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during his state visit to the country. This prestigious recognition marks the 26th international award or honor received by PM Modi from a foreign nation since assuming office in May 2014.
The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross is reserved for distinguished foreign personalities and is a testament to the strengthening ties between India and Brazil. President Lula presented the award in a ceremonial event, acknowledging PM Modi’s consistent efforts in enhancing diplomatic, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two nations. The two leaders also engaged in high-level discussions focusing on global governance reforms, climate change, technology, trade, and multilateral cooperation.
The award specifically recognizes PM Modi’s active role in advancing India-Brazil relations through international platforms such as BRICS and the G20. Under Modi’s leadership, India has worked closely with Brazil on shared goals including South-South cooperation, climate action, and equitable global development.
PM Modi’s receipt of this honor reflects not only the deepening India-Brazil partnership, but also India’s growing influence on the global stage. The international community continues to acknowledge Modi’s leadership in promoting inclusive development, technological innovation, and global peace. Brazil’s gesture is also a signal of the strong personal rapport between the two leaders and their shared vision for a multipolar world.
This award joins a long list of international honors bestowed on PM Modi, including the Legion of Merit (USA), Order of Zayed (UAE), King Abdulaziz Sash (Saudi Arabia), Order of St. Andrew (Russia), and Companion of the Order of Fiji, among others. Each recognition underscores his government’s proactive foreign policy and strategic outreach in all global regions.
In his acceptance remarks, Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude to President Lula and the people of Brazil, reaffirming India’s commitment to global cooperation, development, and mutual respect. The ceremony serves as a historic milestone in the India-Brazil relationship and a symbol of the broader South-South solidarity shaping the 21st-century world order.
