| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Event | July 4, 2025 |
| PM Modi's Visit | First official visit to Trinidad and Tobago as Prime Minister; first Indian Prime Ministerial-level visit since 1999. |
| Award Received | Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, the country's highest civilian award. |
| Reason for Award | Recognition of global leadership, support for the Indian diaspora, and assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Presenting Authority | Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of Trinidad and Tobago. |
| PM Modi's Response | Accepted the award on behalf of 140 crore Indians. |
| Gifts Exchanged | PM Modi gifted holy water from the Mahakumbh and a replica of the Ram Mandir to the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago. |
| Previous Visit | Before Trinidad and Tobago, PM Modi visited Ghana, where he received the Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana. |
| Significance | Strengthens India's ties with Trinidad and Tobago; highlights long-standing bond with the Indian diaspora. |
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