By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, May 2: Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim has been conferred the prestigious ‘Order of Independence’ by the Republic of Kosovo in recognition of his steadfast support for the country’s sovereignty and efforts in strengthening bilateral ties.
The award was presented by Kosovo President Her Excellency Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu during her official visit to Putrajaya today.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, the Order of Independence is the highest civilian honour bestowed by Kosovo upon individuals who have played a pivotal role in the nation’s independence and development.
“This conferment recognises Malaysia’s unwavering support for Kosovo’s statehood and post-independence development, as well as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s steadfast commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between both countries,” it said.
Previous recipients of the honour include world leaders such as Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (2014); George W. Bush, former President of the United States (2018); Micheline Calmy-Rey, former President of Switzerland (2022); and the late Anne Marie Lizin, former President of the Belgian Senate (2024).
President Osmani-Sadriu will also posthumously confer the Order of Independence on former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. The award recognises his leadership in ensuring Malaysia became one of the earliest countries to recognise Kosovo’s independence on Oct 30, 2008. — DayakDaily
