Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Ethiopia’s highest civilian award, The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia during his visit to Addis Ababa in December 2025. He became the first global Head of State or Government to receive this prestigious honour, marking a historic moment in India–Ethiopia relations.
The award was bestowed by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali at a special ceremony, recognising PM Modi’s visionary leadership and his role in strengthening Ethiopia’s global partnerships, particularly with India. It reflects Ethiopia’s appreciation of India’s growing influence in Africa and its long-standing cooperation with the country.
