Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Shah presented the honour to Modi in Ramallah today, recognising his contributions to promoting relations between India and Palestine.
Shah said the recognition is a matter of "great pride and honour" for the entire nation and the BJP and also it "underlines India's increasing role in the world order, which is increasingly looking towards us for leadership".
He said Modi deserved all credit for it and that this was also a recognition of his leadership and stature as a world leader.
The BJP president said Modi was earlier presented the 'King Abdulaziz Sash', Saudi Arabia's top civilian award by its king Salman bin Abdulaziz.
Modi was also awarded the 'Amir Amanullah Khan Award', Afghanistan's highest civilian honour.
Modi was on an official visit to Palestine today.
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