Muscat, Dec. 18 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed gratitude after being conferred with "The First Class of the Order of Oman," describing the honour as a reflection of the deep and enduring bond between India and Oman.

Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, PM Modi said the recognition symbolised the affection and trust shared by the people of the two countries.

"Honoured to receive the Order of Oman (First Class). My gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Government and people of Oman for this honour. This is a symbol of affection and trust between the people of India and Oman," PM Modi wrote.

Placing the honour in a broader historical context, PM Modi recalled the centuries-old links between the two ...