New Delhi, Dec. 17 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday extended warm wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for receiving Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', saying that it is a matter of great pride for every Indian.

Taking it to X, he wrote, "Heartiest congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji - the first global Head of State/Government - on being conferred with Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia'. This prestigious recognition reflects the world's respect for India's rising global stature under his visionary leadership and also underscores the growing strength of India-Africa relations... A moment of immense pride for every Indian."

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