Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Slovakia’s highest state honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), by Slovak President Peter Pellegrini in Bratislava on 15 June 2026.
The award is given to foreign leaders for their outstanding contribution to strengthening relations with Slovakia and supporting its foreign policy interests.
The visit was historic as it marked the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since the country became independent in 1993. With this recognition, PM Modi has received 33 international honours and awards from foreign countries.
About Slovakia
Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Its capital city is Bratislava, and its official currency is the Euro (€).
The country has a population of about 55 lakh (5.49 million) people. Slovakia is known for its mountains, medieval castles, and natural landscapes.
It was part of Czechoslovakia until it became an independent nation in 1993. Today, Slovakia is a member of the European Union (EU) and uses the Euro as its currency.
