Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star, the country’s highest honour awarded to a head of government, as he is in Sweden for a two-day visit. Multiple outlets report that the decoration given to Modi is the Commander Grand Cross class, also described as the top distinction available to a head of government. The award is presented as recognition of personal endeavours for Sweden or Swedish interests and for successful performance of public duties. The Swedish order is reported to have been instituted in 1748. Coverage also notes that the honour is the 31st international recognition for Modi so far. Several reports say Modi arrives in Sweden on Sunday and is received at Gothenburg Airport by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. During the visit, outlets also mention meetings and cooperation discussions, including areas such as technology, defence and trade. The reported ceremonies and meetings place the award within the broader context of Modi’s discussions with Swedish leadership during the visit.