Key to The City of Buenos Aires

07-Jul-2025

Key to The City of Buenos Aires

Miscellaneous

Awards and Honours

Why in News?

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the ‘Key to the City’ of Buenos Aires during his official visit to Argentina. The award was given to honour his work in improving India-Argentina ties. This marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 57 years.

Key to the City of Buenos Aires

A symbolic honour given by the City Government of Buenos Aires to recognize friendship and diplomatic contributions.
Presented to PM Narendra Modi in July 2025 for strengthening India–Argentina relations.
Awarded by Jorge Macri, Chief of the City Government, during Modi’s historic visit.

PM Narendra Modi and Jorge Macri

Argentina

Capital: Buenos Aires
Continent: South America
Currency: Argentine Peso
Language: Spanish
Recent News: Argentina declared Hamas a terrorist group to show support for Israel.
Neighbouring Countries: Chile (west & south), Bolivia & Paraguay (north), Brazil & Uruguay (east)
Eastern Border: Atlantic Ocean
Geographical Regions: Andes, North, Pampas (fertile grassland), Patagonia
Highest Peak: Cerro Aconcagua (highest in South America)
Major Rivers: Paraná, Paraguay, Uruguay
Argentina is known for tango music and European-style architecture in Buenos Aires.

Map of Argentina

Preparing Through MCQ

Q. Which country honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the ‘Key to the City’ award?

(1) Argentina
(2) Brazil
(3) South Africa
(4) Russia

Answer: (1) Argentina