Modi Gifts Cultural Artifacts at ASEAN Summit 2024

During his visit to the ASEAN Summit 2024 in Vientiane, Laos, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a range of culturally significant gifts to world leaders, highlighting India's rich artistic heritage. Key gifts included a vintage brass Buddha statue with meenakari work for Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith and a Patan Patola scarf for his wife, symbolizing India's ancient silk traditions. Modi also presented a Kadamwood Buddha head to Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and a malachite and camel bone box with a Radha-Krishna theme to his spouse. For Thailand's Prime Minister, a low-height wooden table from Ladakh was gifted, showcasing Himalayan cultural artistry. Additionally, a silver peacock figurine with nakkashi work from West Bengal was presented to Japan's Prime Minister. These gifts underscore the deep cultural ties between India and ASEAN nations, celebrating centuries of shared heritage.