Bintang Adipurna:
Prelims:
International
Relations
Mains:
GS
Paper II-International Relations
Current relevance:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia', the highest civilian honour of Indonesia.
Highlights:
1. Bintang Adipurna, instituted in 1959, is the highest
civilian honour awarded by the Republic of Indonesia.
2. The
award is conferred on individuals who have rendered exceptional service
to the unity, continuity, and prosperity of Indonesia.
3. Award
to Prime Minister Modi:
The award
recognises his efforts in strengthening India–Indonesia bilateral
relations and advancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
4. India–Indonesia
Relations
i.
India and Indonesia share a Comprehensive Strategic
Partnership.
ii.
Both countries cooperate in maritime
security, defence, trade, energy, digital economy, and cultural exchanges.
iii.
Both are important partners in
promoting a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific.
Source: THE
HINDU - https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pm-modi-conferred-with-indonesias-highest-honour-bintang-adipurna-in-jakarta/article71192597.ece