PM Modi Conferred Brazil’s Highest Civilian Honour – Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross.
International
During his state visit to Brazil following the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the prestigious Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, Brazil’s highest civilian honour.
- The accolade was presented by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at a formal ceremony held at Alvorada Palace, BrasĂlia, on July 8, 2025, recognising Modi’s contributions to strengthening the strategic India–Brazil partnership.
- The honour marks the 26th international award received by PM Modi since assuming office in 2014, underlining his expanding global diplomatic footprint and leadership stature. This recognition resonates particularly with Brazil’s endorsement of India’s diplomatic initiatives and its role in Global South cooperation.
- The ceremony was held in a grand atmosphere at the presidential palace, where Modi received a guard of honour and a 114-horse cavalry salute. Cultural gestures—including performances of Samba‑Reggae music by the Batala Mundo band and Indian classical harmonium recital—underscored the warmth of India–Brazil cultural exchange.
Main Point :- (i) In his joint press statement with President Lula, PM Modi expressed deep gratitude and highlighted the award as a testament to the strong affection of the Brazilian people for India. He added that it would encourage continued elevation of India–Brazil ties across trade, defence, energy, health, agriculture, technology, and climate cooperation.
(ii) Brazil’s recognition also reinforces shared positions on key global issues: President Lula reaffirmed Brazil’s support for India following the Pahalgam terror attack, and the two leaders underlined a zero-tolerance stance on terrorism while committing to enhanced bilateral defence cooperation.
(iii) This honour aligns with a series of high-level Indian diplomatic recognitions—Modi recently became the first Indian PM to receive the highest national awards from countries like Trinidad & Tobago, Ghana, Mauritius, and Cyprus, reflecting India’s strengthened role in Global South partnerships.
About Brazil
Capital: BrasĂlia
President: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
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