PM Modi Receives Indonesia’s Highest Civilian Honour ‘Bintang Adipurna’ During Jakarta Visit

Prime Minister of India Mr. Narendra Modi has been conferred with the ‘Bintang Adipurna’,it is the highest civilian award of Indonesia, by the President of Indonesia Mr. Probowo Subianto during his official tour in Jakarta on 7th of July, 2026. This honour shows Mr. Modi’s contribution towards strengthening relations between India and Indonesia and highlights the deep strategic partnership between the two nations.

PM Modi Awarded With “Bintang Adipurna”

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has conferred the title of Bintang Adipurna to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Istana Merdeka, the Presidential Palace in Jakarta.

The Bintang Adipurna is the highest civilian honor of Indonesia that is conferred to the people in recognition of their outstanding contributions to strengthening ties with the country and promoting international cooperation.

What Is the Bintang Adipurna?

Bintang Adipurna is a name given to the highest non-military award.

The award is intended for people with the following achievements,

• International peace and stable relation with Indonesia.
• Promoting friendship between Indonesia and other countries.
• Enhancing bilateral relationship with Indonesia.
• Strengthening relations with Indonesia.

PM Modi’s Remarks After Award

Upon receiving the award, PM Modi expressed thanks to the government and the people of Indonesia.

He said that the award is given to all 1.4 billion people of India and also shows the love and goodwill of the people of Indonesia for India.

He thanked Mr. Prabowo Subianto for the recognition and the warm hospitality shown.

Key Aspects of Cooperation between India and Indonesia

India and Indonesia have a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership embracing various domains.

Trade and Investment

Both nations are further enhancing their trade relationship while fostering investment in the manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and digital sectors.

Digital Cooperation

Measures are taken to promote digital payments and financial technologies, especially focusing on the discussion of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) integration.

Critical Minerals

India and Indonesia are considering collaboration in the critical minerals domain to strengthen the use of clean energy and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Maritime Security

Both parties implement mutual agreements regarding the security of maritime navigation.

Cultural and Civilizations Relations

There has been a close cultural relationship between India and Indonesia for centuries under the influence of trade, religion, language, and civilization, thus giving rise to strong relations between the two states.