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In April 2019, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi the Zayed Medal, its highest civilian honor. The award recognized Modi’s efforts in strengthening India-UAE relations in areas such as trade, energy, and security.
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- The Zayed Medal is named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE.
- Modi played a key role in enhancing bilateral trade and defense cooperation with UAE.
- The UAE is one of India's largest trade partners and home to over 3 million Indian expatriates.
- This honor followed India’s decision to invite Crown Prince of UAE as Chief Guest for Republic Day 2017.
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- Iran has awarded PM Modi the Order of Zolfaghar, its highest honor.
- Afghanistan honored him with the Amir Amanullah Khan Award in 2016.
- Malaysia has not conferred any such award on PM Modi.