During a special ceremony in Tashkent, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev lavished praise on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attributing India's rapid economic progress and growing international clout directly to his leadership. The Uzbek leader described PM Modi as an exceptionally wise and capable statesman who commands widespread trust and respect across the globe. To mark this strong diplomatic bond, the highest state civilian honor of Uzbekistan was formally presented to the Indian Prime Minister.
Conferment of the Highest State Honor
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev bestowed his country's highest civilian accolade, the 'Oliy Darajali Dustlik' award, upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In the Uzbek language, this prestigious title translates to high-level friendship. This marks the 36th international honor conferred upon PM Modi on the global stage. During the proceedings, the Uzbek President recalled his own visit to India, thanking PM Modi for the exceptional warmth and hospitality he received, and noted that both sides held meaningful discussions covering historical ties, new areas of cooperation, and future joint initiatives.
Leadership Driving Development and Global Stature
Highlighting the Prime Minister's international standing, the Uzbek leader noted that India's remarkable advancement and rising global influence in recent years are directly tied to his name and governance. He stated that PM Modi is recognized not only as an astute and brilliant politician but also as a towering global figure with immense international recognition. He also commended the Indian government's modernization initiatives and achievements across various sectors, stating that Uzbekistan rejoices in India's continuous progress as a true brotherly nation.
Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Trade Goals
Elaborating on the outcomes of this historic visit, the President announced that bilateral relations between the two friendly nations have now been elevated to the level of a comprehensive strategic partnership. He emphasized that this milestone is truly historic and that PM Modi has made an invaluable personal contribution toward achieving it. Addressing economic ties, Mirziyoyev pointed out that the current bilateral trade volume of 1 billion dollars should be viewed merely as a starting point rather than a limit. He outlined a clear target to scale this economic partnership to 5 billion dollars initially, with a firm belief that reaching 10 billion dollars in future trade is entirely achievable.
