Prime Minister receives the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross in Sweden

May 17th, 11:13 pm

In a special ceremony hosted in Gothenburg, Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden conferred upon Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi the ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross,’ one of Sweden’s oldest and most distinguished honours, instituted in the 18th century. The award is Sweden’s highest honour conferred on foreign Heads of Government in recognition of exceptional public service and contribution towards strengthening relations with Sweden.

PM Modi arrives in Sweden

May 17th, 06:09 pm

PM Modi arrived in Gothenburg, Sweden, and was warmly welcomed upon arrival by the Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson, himself, as he began an important leg of his five-nation tour. Sweden also sent its fighter jets to escort PM Modi. The visit underlines the growing depth of India-Sweden ties and the shared commitment towards strengthening cooperation across key sectors.