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PM Narendra Modi was conferred Brazil's highest civilian honour, the 'Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross,' by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The two leaders shared a warm welcome, including a harmonium performance and a 114-horse guard of honour. Discussions focused on expanding strategic partnerships in trade, defense, and energy. The visit highlights deepening ties between India and Brazil.

Key Points: PM Modi Receives Brazil's Highest Civilian Honour From President Lula

  • PM Modi honored with Brazil's highest civilian award
  • Warm ceremonial welcome at Alvorada Palace
  • Shared a harmonium performance with President Lula
  • Bilateral talks to strengthen trade and defense ties
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PM Modi receives Brazil's highest civilian honour

PM Narendra Modi awarded Brazil's 'Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross' by President Lula during his state visit.

"Broadening the horizons of the Strategic Partnership. – Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

Brasilia, July 8

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded the highest civilian honour of Brazil by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday.

President Lula conferred Brazil's highest civilian honour, the 'Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross', on PM Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a State Visit to Brazil after participating in the BRICS Summit, received a warm ceremonial welcome at the Alvorada Palace in Brazil on Tuesday.

PM Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva shared a hug as the President received the PM at Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, Brazil.

He shared a unique moment of enjoying a harmonium performance along with the Brazilian President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

PM Modi enjoyed the Indian classical musical presentation which used traditional instruments such as the Harmonium and Tabla at his ceremonial welcome at Alvorada Palace in Brasilia.

"Broadening the horizons of the Strategic Partnership. PM @narendramodi warmly received by President @LulaOficial and First Lady @JanjaLula at the Alvorada Palace with a guard of honour & ceremonial welcome. Bilateral talks lie ahead," posted Randhir Jaiswal, official spokesperson, Ministry of External Affairs.

PM Modi also received a unique 114-horse welcome at the ceremonial welcome at Alvorada Palace in Brasilia.

Earlier, PM Modi was accorded a warm welcome on his arrival at Brasilia airport with the Batala Mundo band performing traditional Afro-Brazilian compositions.

PM Modi will hold bilateral discussions with the Brazilian President on broadening the Strategic Partnership between the two countries in areas of mutual interest, including trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health, and people-to-people linkages.

- ANI

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Priya S
The harmonium performance was such a beautiful cultural exchange moment! Music truly connects nations. Though I wish our PM would focus more on domestic issues too while getting these international accolades.
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Rohit P
Brazil is an important partner for India in South America. This honor shows how much our global standing has improved. The bilateral talks on trade and technology could benefit our economy significantly.
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Sarah B
As an expat in India, I'm impressed by how PM Modi represents Indian culture abroad. The musical performance with traditional instruments was a great showcase of India's rich heritage.
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Karthik V
While the honor is prestigious, I hope the bilateral talks actually translate into concrete benefits for common Indians. More focus on agricultural cooperation would help our farmers.
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Meera T
The pictures of PM Modi and President Lula sharing a hug show such warmth between leaders! Cultural diplomacy like this is so important in today's divided world. Jai Hind! 🙏

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