PM Narendra Modi Receives Russia's Highest Civilian Honor: Order of St Andrew the Apostle the First-Called
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | PM Narendra Modi presented with the Order of St Andrew the Apostle the First-Called |
| Date of Recognition | Bestowed in 2019, formally presented on a Tuesday at St Catherine's Hall, Moscow Kremlin |
| Award Background | Established in 1698 by Tsar Peter the Great, Russia's highest civilian honor |
| Award Significance | Recognizes exceptional civilian or military service to the Russian state |
| Recipient | PM Narendra Modi |
| Reason for Award | Distinguished contribution to India-Russia strategic partnership and friendly ties |
| Location of Ceremony | St Catherine's Hall, Moscow Kremlin |
| Diplomatic Engagements | • Award Ceremony• 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit• Wreath-Laying Ceremony• Bilateral Talks with President Vladimir Putin |
| Recent Context | • Geopolitical balancing with Russia and Western powers • Continued economic cooperation, especially in energy imports• Last bilateral visit in 2019 (Vladivostok)• Last meeting at SCO summit (Sept 2022) |

