The Commonwealth of Dominica is set to bestow its highest national award, the Dominica Award of Honour, upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of his contributions to Dominica during the Covid-19 pandemic and his dedication to strengthening the partnership between India and Dominica.
The award will be presented by President Sylvanie Burton of the Commonwealth of Dominica at the India-CARICOM Summit, which will take place from November 19 to 21 2024 in Georgetown, Guyana.
In February 2021, India supplied Dominica with 70,000 doses of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, a significant aid that enabled Dominica to support neighbouring Caribbean nations during the pandemic. The honour also acknowledges India’s ongoing support in areas such as healthcare, education, and information technology under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, as well as his commitment to global climate resilience and sustainable development.
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica expressed the nation’s gratitude for Prime Minister Modi’s solidarity during challenging times. “Prime Minister Modi has been a true partner to Dominica, particularly during our time of need amid a global health crisis. It is an honour to present him with Dominica’s highest national accolade as a symbol of our gratitude for his support and as a reflection of the strong ties between our countries. We look forward to building on this partnership and advancing our shared vision of progress and resilience,” read a statement from Dominica’s Office of the Prime Minister.
The statement further noted that upon accepting the award, Prime Minister Modi emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing global issues such as climate change and geopolitical challenges. He reaffirmed India’s commitment to working closely with Dominica and the Caribbean region on these pressing matters.
Her Excellency Sylvanie Burton, President of Dominica, along with Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit, will be in attendance at the India-CARICOM Summit, which provides a valuable platform to discuss mutual priorities and explore new avenues for cooperation between India and CARICOM member nations.
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