Modi awarded new Medal of the Knesset for his ‘significant contributions’ to Israel and Jews

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana awards Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi the newly established Medal of the Knesset to honor him for his “significant contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people.”

Ohana gives Modi the medal after he addresses the Knesset, touting strengthening ties between New Delhi and Jerusalem.

According to the Knesset spokesperson’s office, Modi was selected to receive the medal because he “significantly strengthened the ties between India and Israel and deepened the strategic cooperation between the countries.”

“During his tenure, cooperation in the fields of security and technology expanded, including joint security technological developments, innovation and cyber. He worked to deepen the political and cultural connection, and strengthened Israel’s position as India’s central partner in the Middle East,” the statement adds.

“This is a historic moment for the Knesset and for the entire State of Israel,” says Ohana. “The awarding of the decoration to Prime Minister Modi expresses our deep appreciation for his work to create a strategic alliance between Israel and India. His policy is an expression of a courageous, consistent and sincere friendship with the State of Israel, and of a firm stand by its side even in complex and challenging times.”