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His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1 Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) CÔTE D'IVOIRE ( law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EGYPT (1) Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, GERMANY (2) particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) IRAN (2) some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) North America and Western Europe.... ITALY (3) The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2 compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2 LEBANON (1) right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPU society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND ST contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOU the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the HONORARY D patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... PROFESSIONA In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONO Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRA Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISIO Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

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MAURITANIA (1) ) MOZAMBIQUE (1) MOROCCO (1) NORWAY (1) (2) PAKISTAN (11) PORTUGAL (7) SCOTLAND (1) SENEGAL (1) SPAIN (4) SWEDEN (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) TANZANIA (2) 2) UGANDA (1) UNITED KINGDOM (8) 2) UPPER VOLTA (1) USA (11) UBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) ZANZIBAR (1) 1 NON-STATE: 1

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DOCTORATES: 17

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Nov 30, 1967

PAKISTAN Receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from Peshawar University for his generosity and dedication towards all Muslims. (Photo: Ismailia Association for Pakistan Special Brochure) Nov 1, 1983

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Nov 25, 1986 McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de is unique in the world today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouis between North and South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Maje leadership is beyond politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.ne religion. In a world torn by division, hostility, war and fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining beacon of inspiration and of hard-headed accomplishment in improving the lot of humankind, in elevating the Apr 7, 1982 quality of civilised life and in uplifting all peoples of NON-STATE ORGANISATION the world to cherish the brotherhood of man." (Photo simerg.com.) Receives the Gold Mercury Ad Personam Award for his "outstanding role in promoting Oct 25, 1996

USA Presented with the Hadrian Award of the W Fund for 1996. Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the cerem award is "to recognise the profound achievem deep learning and vision," a man with "an exa great power because of who he is." e l'Order du ssam-al David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the A sty King of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the ple et.) him for almost forty years." And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Mus Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments who has devoted his life to preserving and imp environment. He has done this with vision, pass The results are part of his legacy to the cultura world." (Photo simerg.com.) Oct 4, 2005

SCOTLAND Awarded the Carnegie Medal for Philanthropy. On presenting the medal the former President of Ireland says, "The Aga Khan's values of pluralism, multiculturalism, and strengthening civil society, are those we must all emulate." (Photo akdn.org.)

Oct 3, 2005

GERMANY Presented with the Die Quadriga Prize, the United We Care Award, in recognition of His Highness the Aga Khan's life's work in helping people in the poorest regions of the world. The President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, delivers the laudatory address, praising the Aga Khan as a humanist, peace- builder, democrat, philanthropist and "esteemed ambassador between civilisations." He adds that: "While bringing people together, His Highness is striving not to diminish or remove cultural and religious differences, but to promote their acceptance and to work for a harmonious diversity. It is this belief in an inclusive world that makes him an inspirational leader of our time." (Photo simerg.com.)

Jun 6, 2005

Sep 22, 1998 May 20, 2006

TAJIKISTAN GERMANY Decorated with the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's Presented with the Tolerance Award from the Evangelical Academy of Tutz World Monument highest civilian award. (Photo simerg.com.) award citation the Academy says, "[His Highness the Aga Khan] believes tha pluralism, and valuing and protecting the diversity of cultures, nationalities and re mony, says the the world are essential for ensuring peace." ments of a man of During his laudatory address, the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, say alted position and an exceptional man, we honour a huge friend of humankind, we honour a coura visionary and we honour a person building bridges between societies ... [who is a Aga Khan is a man democratic progress, as someone wishing to bring about sustainable, pluralistic, easure of knowing A man who shows us a face of Islam that many of us do not know and sadly a do not want to know: an Islam that is open, tolerant and willing to engage in dia Islam that is not in conflict with free, democratic and pluralistic societies." (Phot seum of Modern a Khan with the Fund honours a man roving our built sion, and intelligence. al heritage of our Dec 19, 20 Jan 25, 2005 PORTUGA USA Dd Jul 11, 2007 to Dec 13, 2008

Seven countries issue stamps to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of His Highness the Aga Khan as 49th Imam of the Ismailis. PORTUGAL: 2 stamps (July 11, 2007) TANZANIA: 4 stamps and 1 "sheetlet" stamp (August 18, 2007) MOZAMBIQUE: 5 stamps (November 21, 2007) INDIA: 2 stamps (May 17, 2008) BANGLADESH: 4 stamps (September 16, 2008) UGANDA: 8 stamps (September 30, 2008) KENYA: 4 stamps (December 13, 2008)

Nov 21, 2006

UNITED KINGDOM Winner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at the Savoy in London. The award recognizes a lifetime's contribution to the sport of horse racing.

Aug 13, 2007

KENYA Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 1, 2007

UNITED KINGDOM Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international magazine for collectors. The Editor notes that "the Aga Khan's vision for the future of our cities is firmly focussed on the repair and enhancement of existing buildings, something that urban planning visionaries in the developed world still neglect."

Jun 30, 2008 Jun 12, 2009

IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009

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ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

Jan 13, 1962 Oct 27, 1960 SWITZERLAND PORTUGAL Wins the Roberts of Kandhar Decorated with the Grand Cross of the challenge cup at Davos, Switzerland, Order of Infante D. Henrique by the the oldest challenge cup in the world Portuguese Government in Goa. for downhill ski racing.

Jul 11, 1957 1960 Mar 17, 1962 MAURITANIA At the age of 20, Prince Karim Aga Khan ITALY inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Commandeur du Ismaili Muslims as their 49th Imam. Mérite Mauritanien (Commander of the Order Made an Honorary Citizen of the (Photo simerg.com.) of Merit) by the Mauritanian Government. Town of Arzachena (Sardinia).

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Oct 22, 1957 Oct 1, 1960 Nov 24,

NAIROBI, KENYA KARACHI, PAKISTAN MANILLA, PHILIP "[R]emember, above all how important it "Throughout history, when the "Let us, therefore, put our is to encourage and promote good great empires broke up, to the wheel and show the relations among the different races who whether it be the fall of the in which we live that w live here together. Roman or Byzantine empires, determined to become first or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens, nay leaders, not f "Let me give you a practical example -- that the youth had lost its futile glory of leadership behind, you can see the structure of a dynamism, its personality and help this country become a great new hospital which is almost its imagination." place in which to live and e completed. It will be one of the best that, even if we cannot rea equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of our labour, our childre it has been paid for by the Ismaili Karachi University be born to brighter hori community and half by the government. It will be, like our schools, available to all -- His Highness the Aga races. I hope that this will be only one of Inauguration of the Min many other ventures in which the spirit of State Uni partnership will always prevail." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Takht Nashini Ceremony Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). "No one that I know of can with greater justification claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

Aug 4, 1965 Aug 4, 1965 Jan 15, 1970 CÔTE D'IVOIRE CÔTE D'IVOIRE Mar 14, 1968 PAKISTAN Made a Freeman of Abidjan, and Decorated with the Grand Cross PAKISTAN presented with a key to the City. of the National Order (Grand Decorated with the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Sign of (Photo simerg.com.) Cross of the National Order), Inducted as an Honorary Member of Excellence), Pakistan's third highest honour. the Ivory Coast's highest order. the Pakistan Medical Association. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Nov 20, 1966 Feb 6, 1970

COMOROS PAKISTAN Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his patronage of arts, education and learning, and in recognition of his love, sympathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and his generosity", and other contributions. Praising His Highness the Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, says, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His Royal Highness has shown that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity and statesmanship which are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the fast-changing and kaleidoscopic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Nov 15, 1966 Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has not only guided the socio-economic activities of his own MALAGASY REPUBLIC MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rendered immense material assistance in the economic development of new and young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, Presented with a key to Majunga. Decorated with the Grand Cross of the prosperity and stability of the people of those countries." (Photo simerg.com.) National Order of Malagasy Republic, Madagascar's highest honour.

Dec 8, 1977

ITALY Aug 5, 1965 1967 Decorated with the Order of the Knight o Feb 1970 UPPER VOLTA IRAN Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally re PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His High Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the develop Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the National (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Ag Order), Upper Volta's highest national title. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour.

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1963 Dec 4, 1964 Mar 11, 1967 Jan 29, 1970 Mar 12, 1976

PPINES KARACHI, PAKISTAN NAIROBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN KARACHI, PAKISTAN backs "The tapestry of Islamic "[Industrial Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing e state history is studded with jewels Services (IPS)] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral we are of civilisation; these jewels more of my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that t class poured forth their light and time and thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once for the beauty; great statesmen, practically every other both from the Government and the private sector.... wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of but to great philosophers, great business activity individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated better doctors, great astronomers; connected with developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right ensure but these individuals, these countries. The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often ap the precious stones were worked the matter is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become the target of ridicule.... en will into a tapestry, whose which lies behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and izons." dominant theme was Islam, whole concept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be and this theme remained the idea of partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we Khan, dominant regardless of the progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this danao swallowing up of foreign development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic versity lands, foreign cultures, -- His Highness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic foreign languages and Khan, Opening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one answer may not be found.... foreign people." Industrial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." Services (IPS) Building, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental -- His Highness the Aga -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon guideline that we require to resolve the problem as Khan, Rotary Club successfully as our human minds and intellects can visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for Feb 6, 1970 the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new solutions for problems which could not be solved by PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental world in concept, in design, in finish and even in concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, "The day we no longer have the time nor the faith to bow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must human soul ... is no longer of sufficient importance to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and despair." "What has been called the permissive society where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." matters, nothing is sacred or private any more, is not a promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done and upright new world. This fearful chase after material ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, by peace of mind, by conscience, by moral values, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." Presidential Address at the International Seerat Conference -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind gpg economic co-operation, exchange of technologies and experience," and for "renewing social and economic progress." Nov 1985

PAKISTAN Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan.

1984

USA Awarded an Institute Honour from the American Institute of Architects. May 15, 1987

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by McMaster University (Hamilton). Mar 16, 1983 The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Le PAKISTAN praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober responsible leadership in the advancement of th Aga Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to heal On the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, His care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMast Excellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary the Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan, but to the efforts in bridging many and very diverse religion whole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan University and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging will prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the great the underdeveloped and the highly developed name of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the Islamic worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) world -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.)

Oct 24, 1980 Mar 23, 1983

PAKISTAN PAKISTAN Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, Decorated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil award. and presented with a key to the city. The citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan have followed with profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense of commitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promoting social and economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as a whole and indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributions to the Feb 15, 1981 furtherance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation of the noble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." PAKISTAN Inducted as an Honorary Member of the Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter.

Apr 13, 1984 Nov 2, 1982 USA SENEGAL Awarded the University of Virginia's Feb 15, 1981 Decorated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal L'Ordre National Du Lion (Grand Officer Jul 1987 PAKISTAN in Architecture, the first time it has been of the National Order of the Lion). awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN Presented with a key to Karachi. opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquit Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Coun sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty K of the Grand culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recogni eserved for Mar 7, 1981 Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's co hness the KENYA activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservatio pment of His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the develop ga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the Town of Kisumu. Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive thi

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Sep 28, 1978 Mar 16, 1983 Dec 1983 Nov 11, 1985

ISTANBUL, TURKEY KARACHI, PAKISTAN NEW YORK, USA KARACHI, PAKISTAN "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim scholars reached pinnacles of achievement in "I'm less hypnotised by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man an first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geography, physics, philosophy, mathematics and States'] material wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to M substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in medicine. The great British scientist Isaac wealth of knowledge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enf categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked that if he was able to see further than his represents, without any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educa every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it was because he stood on the shoulders of mind, the greatest intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted ac strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among those giants who made possible the scientific knowledge on the face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. Howev architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe were Ibn Sina, whose 'Canon of Medicine' that is an exhilarating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or t and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standard text for five hundred years; al-Idrisi, the perhaps not perceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of geographer; Ibn Rushd, the philosopher, and a host of other much as by non-Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientists who had produced the notion of specific revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euclid's theories, perfected geometry, evolved -- His Highness the Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area o prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and algebra, and made modern mathematics Life Magazine Interview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developing Indian numerals and the concept of the is a role for a modern Islamic University which ca all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the zero as a numeral of no place value... inspiration from the Faith and from the past in a Awards will be open not only to designers, but the opportunities of the future. also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exaggeration to say that the original Christian who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Latin West, at Paris, Bologna and Oxford, "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study natu builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole European renaissance, received a vital influx the physical world around us gave the original im people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge from Islam -- an influx from which the later scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges and universities, including those of North knowledge between institutions and nations and will go only to projects that have been tried Africa, were to benefit in turn.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essen and proven over a number of years. How Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of inte many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic belief, knowledge is two-fold. There is that enquiry and this freedom does not mean that kn the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed through the Holy Prophet (s.a.s.) and that which will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by virtue of his own intellect. Nor do these two itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illus to live or work in them? Heralding a venture involve any contradiction, provided man remembers that his interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learn which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself the creation of God. Without this humility, than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not no balance is possible. With it, there are no barriers. Indeed, philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi m seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam has always lain in its belief that creation Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To w excellence in any architecture intended for the is not static but continuous, that through scientific and other Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" Islamic environment." endeavours, God has opened and continues to open new windows for us to see the marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan University Inauguration Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the Charter of the Aga Khan University Oct 26, 1988

ITALY Decorated with the Cavaliere del Lavoro (Knight of Labour) in recognition of the major contribution His Highness the Aga Khan had made to the May 26, 1996 Italy's economy. The Aga Khan is the first Muslim USA to receive the honour. (Photo ismaili.net.) His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Ba address at Brown University, (Providence), do so in its 232 year history. In his introdu University President Vartan Gregorian says "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 2 speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan 1991 Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's histo in the history of the entire Ivy League and all A FRANCE He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that l Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and ee, Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, o and de France. while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, e which I did not know I had one by the way -- in e place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, lth Nov 30, 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly ter Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I ow UNITED KINGDOM 1991 spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And ns Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. g UNITED KINGDOM from the University of Wales by His opportunity for me to thank him personally, to He then turned down the visor and showed me Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Highness Charles, Prince of picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I s Royal Institute of British Architects. Wales, the University's Chancellor, for patronage of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the F research throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of a The citation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, stat pays tribute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) humanitarian tradition" for his "work that Oct 11, 1989 1992 has diminished poverty, unemployment and ignorance." It also notes that "his many UNITED KINGDOM USA institutions ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 of life of millions of people in the developing Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Honorary Member of world of Africa and Asia," and have "a USA Literature in Education from the University the American Institute of Architects. of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal matchless record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by B Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of among the poorer people of our world." (Providence). In his laudatory address, Univ the University. Vartan Gregorian says: His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family' "calm voice in troubled times, a world tradition of service to your people and stewards leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 emphasises compassion and tolerance and that differences dividing the East and West." Sep 21, 1992 of all humanity. Following the noble example se (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN grandfather, the previous Imam, you have ded UZBEKISTAN international service.... Named Huesped de Honor De Granada (Guest of Honour of Made an Honorary Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the g Granada) at inauguration of the and presented with a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved historic 14th Century Zafra House. Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we hon and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to

o del Consejo tectos (Gold Gold ncil of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 Nov 22, 1991 May 11, 1994 King Juan Carlos at FRANCE SPAIN ition of His USA ontribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De on of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Order His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Dec 17, 1996 pment of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most commencement address at the Massachusetts PORTUGAL s the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Institute of Technology (Cambridge), the first s honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain. Muslim to do so in its 130 year history. Presented with a key to

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LONDON, UK LONDON, UK CAMBRIDGE, USA nd Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in "Experiences with the Aga Khan Health Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in Education Services show that ... principles of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in force that developing countries -- an environment that will help governance apply to the voluntary sector as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid ational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become private enterprise. Health and education services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by ademic more productive for the benefit of the larger offered in areas where Ismailis reside but to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and ver, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done in the area, regardless of religion. Depending on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. site, the population served ranges from 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Regardless of the site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity s the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World services rely heavily on volunteers, from seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and professionals to young people moved by the ethic of strength.... of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria helping others. By building locally based institution with why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning volunteer directors and professional staff, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When an draw to look carefully at ways in which local private Khan Network will ensure that by 1995 -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan before the World Health Organisation's 'Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation by the year 2000' -- all Ismailis living in countries on the path that each has taken to that point. These Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next where the network operates will have access to are not stochastic processes. The subjects have ure and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure primary health care. This includes all urban histories. The encounter has complexity and rich mpetus to long-term support for innovative health and education communities as well as the most isolated villages in dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two interventions that contribute to the vitality of the Hunza and Chitral, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the the voluntary sector in Kenya.... Providing this access a has cost of one pound per assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- tially person per year for Ismailis and non-Ismailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the ellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the nowledge advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms "The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- indeed to support strong private institutions that can reaches nearly one million people scattered over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to strate this contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their area the size of Ireland, dominated by the highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its ing better country." mountains in the world. It provides a package of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and the organisation and services to improve production and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, incomes.... The village organisations are now reaching have been as successful as it is important." which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition out to protect their environment, and to establish, and largely pay for schools and medical centres." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Massachusetts Institute of Technology -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Royal Society for Asian Affairs Decorated Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Scully Prize in recognition of Cross of t Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting excellence in design, urban and rural revitalisation, and Portugal's historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's efforts, the Museum noted, have to the co PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of understanding between Western and Islamic cultures." Speaking o Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank, says Excellency Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one person who stands out in my mind as distinguishi human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action.... His work in health is legendary as that they f different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which distinguishes him ... [I]t is the sustainable extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great depth of real feeling for real people field exper wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy man. He is the leader of his faith. He's to their int accalaureate a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something that all too often we tend to forget spirit -- and the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a culture from which we can all learn." activities th uctory remarks, s: 232nd baccalaureate IV is the first ory and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 Jun 25, 2005 American universities. links the three great CANADA LEBANON d Islam. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University Awarded an Honorary only ten days ago, of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education in Doctorate of Humane Letters noting my accent -- recognition of outstanding contributions to community by the American University nquired about my service, higher education and philanthropy. of Beirut. In its citation the University praises His he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 y familiar with the Highness the Aga Khan as we to him -- my SWEDEN "an avid philanthropist standing d you know,' he at the head of a network of Awarded the Archon Award from the I wish there was an service institutions focused on thank my Imam!' International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma the have-nots of the world, e the Aga Khan's Theta Tau International, for "leadership in Muslim and non-Muslim alike." see you, I will thank promoting global health and welfare and for his Fateh Ali Judhanis of compassionate support of nursing research in ll faiths.... developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) Feb 1 esman and man of PORT Awar and s social 2002 bonds betwe KYRGYZSTAN Brown University Apr 7, 2005 In a c Receives an Honorary Professorship Portu versity President NORWAY at the University of Osh. "unbr Addresses the Nobel Institute at to all, 's centuries old the invitation of the Government as "a ship of a faith that of Norway. (Photo akdn.org.) t upholds the dignity et by your dicated yourself to

growth and Dec 8, 2003 Nov 28, 2000 2003 Jun 6, 2005 the well-being of BAHRAIN nour you, your family, USA MALI CANADA all human kind." Decorated with the Order of Bahrain Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Class) by His Majesty King Presented with a k Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of Bahrain. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 31, 2003 Oct 10, 1998 2001 2002 Mar 19, 2005 UNITED KINGDOM SPAIN FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN TANZANIA Made a Knight Commander of the British Presented with the Granada de Oro Awarded an Insignia of Honour by the Decorated with the State Empire (KBE) by Her Majesty Queen Made an Honorary Citize o Lisbon. (Gold Medal of the City of Granada). International Union of Architects. Award for Peace and Progress. Elizabeth II of Great Britain. of Dar es Salaam

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CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS NEW DELHI, INDIA BERLIN, GERMANY "The communications revolution means either a growing "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as "Tolerance, openness and "I look at escalating tensions in 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and understanding towards other the world, I am convinced more can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance peoples' cultures, social than ever that neither 'peaceful' 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spirit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate structures, values and faiths nor 'productive' modern societies Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to are now essential to the very will ever be achieved by short without the strong and effective leadership of the information media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... survival of an interdependent term responses composed in the world. Pluralism is no longer midst of crisis. What I will "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encounter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, simply an asset or a propose to you today is that here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement towers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated prerequisite for progress and there are fundamental issues that above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly different, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that development, it is vital to our must be addressed persistently, understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, existence." and over the long term, if we are than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure to achieve the desired outcomes." something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and -- His Highness the Aga intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative Khan, Ceremony to -- His Highness The Aga Khan across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." Inaugurate the Restored Annual Conference of German themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... Humayun's Tomb Gardens Ambassadors -- His Highness the Aga Khan, "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspapers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agencies which serve them and the organisations which support them. For centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understanding and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become more Jan 30, 2002 international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its wake. Feb 12, 200 Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, the TORONTO, CANADA EVORA, PORTUGA press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it can deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge "How, in an increasingly cynical time, can we inspire people to a new set o in the Western world and you say within the general aspirations -- reaching beyond rampant materialism, the new relativism, sel "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about serving individualism, and resurgent tribalism. The search for justice an amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary security, the struggle for equality of opportunity, the quest for tolerance an can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press can education? Does anybody know the names of the great harmony, the pursuit of human dignity -- these are moral imperatives whic exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and studious philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they we must work and think about on a daily basis. press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate them, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions "What I am calling for, in sum, is an ethical sensibility which can be share and to help explain them to others." against such a vacuum in knowledge." across denominational lines and which can foster a universal moral outlook -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Evora and Symposium Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference d with the Gra-Gruz de Cristo (Grand the Military Order of Christ), one of Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of s highest honours, for outstanding service the National Order of Mali, the Republic of untry. Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.) of the work of the AKDN in Portugal, His y the President of Portugal says: "A ing feature of all these activities is the fact Jun 5, 2008 follow a coherent, enlightened strategy of e development, perfected in many years of USA rience, based on a commitment to people -- Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard telligence, to their will and to their enterprising University. d designed to make the beneficiaries of these heir owners and leaders."

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Jun 15, 2006 Inducted as Foreign Associate Member of the Kenzo Tange, chair of France's Académie des Beaux Arts. EGYPT Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters by the American Oct 29, 2008 University in Cairo. University President David Arnold says that His KAZAKHSTAN Highness the Aga Khan has "worked tirelessly throughout his life to better the Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of lives of people around the world." Kazakhstan.

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KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat"). 2, 2006

TUGAL rded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material May 8, 2009 spiritual service to humanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, l, cultural and educational assistance" through AKDN, and "creating PORTUGAL s and promoting dialogue between civilisations and cultures, namely Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by een the East and the West." Lisbon's Academy of Sciences. ceremony presided over by His Excellency the President of ugal and other dignitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as reakably guided by the defence of human dignity that is available equally , without distinction as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and May 28, 2009 an international personality of the highest importance." FRANCE Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

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CANADA key to Ottawa. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta.

Dec 17, 2009

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His Highness the Aga Khan's Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de n Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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TUTZING, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN PARIS, FRANCE "When people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two implications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of these days, about an which I would underscore today. First, it reminds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of inevitable 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest Civilisations' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of interacting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a world, what they often forces must come together if development is truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly mean, I fear, is an take root -- and to take off. defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is inevitable 'Clash of clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single Religions.' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and use different environment is still only an enabling condition -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. terminology altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress must grow The essential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular as I see it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided and civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our between the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be reinforced.... world and the West is "What a sound enabling environment must do is to 'A Clash of Ignorance.' create a favourable framework in which human creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately And what I would can flourish." 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a prescribe -- as an turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in essential first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green a concentrated The Enabling Environment Conference bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and educational effort." buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. 06 -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Tutzing "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The AL Evangelical Academy first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be upon receiving the Jul 4, 2007 made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share of Tolerance Award of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental lf- AIGLEMONT, FRANCE feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely nd benefit the population of the country where it has been made." nd "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis of poverty, a concept which is still poorly understood.... ch -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a societal ... Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award phenomenon, characterised by a lack of access ed characterised by a lack of access to protection, to k." security, to healthcare or to education." m -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Interview EUROPEAN A4 PAPER 84% OF ORIGINAL SIZE 27 PAGES: 16 - 42

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ader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) MAURITANIA (1) dfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1) MOZAMBIQUE (1) Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) MOROCCO (1) on him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) NORWAY (1) CÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) PAKISTAN (11) t's daughter.... EGYPT (1) PORTUGAL (7) an before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) SCOTLAND (1) ed about the well-being of all Muslims, GERMANY (2) SENEGAL (1) rical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) SPAIN (4) IRAN (2) SWEDEN (1) frica and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) ITALY (3) TANZANIA (2) hinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2) UGANDA (1) of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) UNITED KINGDOM (8) of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2) UPPER VOLTA (1) LEBANON (1) USA (11) tical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) sing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) ZANZIBAR (1) Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga eeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: 1 NON-STATE: 1 he inspiration for Muslims to conceive a fundamental concepts of Islam. he guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND STATE HONOURS: 29 niversity of Al-Azhar and the Academy of ro itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOURS: 22 mong the renowned philosophers, jurists, s of the past who flourished under the HONORARY DOCTORATES: 17 iIb lHth (lH )N i

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Nov 21, 2006

UNITED KINGDOM Winner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at the Savoy in London. The award recognizes a lifetime's contribution to the sport of horse racing. Oct 4, 2005

SCOTLAND Awarded the Carnegie Medal for Philanthropy. On presenting the medal the former President of Ireland says, "The Aga Aug 13, 2007 Khan's values of pluralism, multiculturalism, KENYA and strengthening civil society, are those we must all emulate." (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Exc President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan h recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to th community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment Oct 3, 2005 being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.

GERMANY Presented with the Die Quadriga Prize, the United We Care Award, in recognition of His Highness the Aga Khan's life's work in helping people in the poorest regions of the world. Dec 1, 2007

The President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, delivers the UNITED KINGDOM laudatory address, praising the Aga Khan as a humanist, peace- builder, democrat, philanthropist and "esteemed ambassador Named Personality of the Year by A between civilisations." He adds that: "While bringing people together, magazine for collectors. The Edito His Highness is striving not to diminish or remove cultural and religious vision for the future of our cities is f differences, but to promote their acceptance and to work for a and enhancement of existing buildin harmonious diversity. It is this belief in an inclusive world that makes planning visionaries in the developed him an inspirational leader of our time." (Photo simerg.com.)

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IRELAND n 6, 2005 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of ANADA Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: vested as an Honorary Companion of the Order of Canada, Canada's "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so ghest formal civilian tribute. The citation states that, "His Highness honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of e Aga Khan has devoted his life to protecting the environment and understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions eviating human suffering due to poverty." of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates er Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to eneral of Canada, says of His Highness the Aga Khan: "I have been the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and eeply impressed that you have been able to bring to everything you do, a gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of nerosity, importantly, a curiosity, an intelligence and above all, a deep Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman mpassion for other human beings." (Photo: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.) den Jubilee of .

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Jun 12, 2009

UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirm e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has follow affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the Unit Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commis Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the Unite Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation fro Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of t the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-stand Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional fra the quality of life within the communities in which they this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga K institutions working to improve living conditions and developing world. In every country, these institutions wo regardless of their origin or religion. Their individu education and health to the promotion of private secto government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerou awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his wo The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty th His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of -- Aga Khan Development Network

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Aug 12, 1957

ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. mani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: 18 wed a tradition of service in international the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONOURS: 12 ted Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin ssioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRAHIM / TIMELINES [at] SENT.COM d Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISION DATE: 24.JAN.2010

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CÔTE D'IVOIRE CÔTE D'IVOIRE Made a Freeman of Abidjan, and Decorated with the Grand presented with a key to the City. of the National Order (Gra (Photo simerg.com.) Cross of the National Ord the Ivory Coast's highest o Nov 30, 1967

PAKISTAN Receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from Peshawar University for his generosity and dedication towards all Muslims. (Photo: Ismailia Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). "No one that I know of can with greater justification claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

Jan 15, 1970 Mar 14, 1968 PAKISTAN d Cross PAKISTAN and Decorated with the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Sign of der), Inducted as an Honorary Member of Excellence), Pakistan's third highest honour. order. the Pakistan Medical Association. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Nov 20, 1966 Feb 6, 1970 Nov 1, 1983

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principa chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's perso is unique in the world today.... This man between North and South, East and We leadership is beyond politics, beyond race religion. In a world torn by division, hostili fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining inspiration and of hard-headed accomplis improving the lot of humankind, in eleva Apr 7, 1982 quality of civilised life and in uplifting all p NON-STATE ORGANISATION the world to cherish the brotherhood of (Photo simerg.com.) Receives the Gold Mercury Ad Personam Award for his "outstanding role in promoting economic co-operation, exchange of technologies and experience," and for "renewing social and economic progress." Nov 1985

PAKISTA Inducted of Physic

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Mar 16, 1983

PAKISTAN Aga Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. On the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, Excellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services r the Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan whole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan will prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the name of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the world -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.)

Oct 24, 1980 Mar 23, 1983

PAKISTAN PAKISTAN w by Nov 25, 1986 al and Vice- MOROCCO onal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al est. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King e, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) ity, war and g beacon of shment in ting the peoples of man."

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N ITALY as an Honorary Fellow of the College Decorated with the Cavaliere del Lavoro (Knight of cians and Surgeons of Pakistan. Labour) in recognition of the major contribution His Highness the Aga Khan had made to the Italy's economy. The Aga Khan is the first Muslim to receive the honour. (Photo ismaili.net.)

our from Architects. May 15, 1987

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by McMaster University (Hamilton). The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and responsible leadership in the advancement of the Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to health His care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary n, but to the efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions University and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging great the underdeveloped and the highly developed Islamic worlds." (Photo simerg.com.)

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USA Presented with the Hadrian Award of the W Fund for 1996. Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the cerem award is "to recognise the profound achievem deep learning and vision," a man with "an exa great power because of who he is." David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the A of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the ple him for almost forty years." And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Mus Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments F who has devoted his life to preserving and impr environment. He has done this with vision, pass The results are part of his legacy to the cultura world." (Photo simerg.com.)

May 26, 1996

USA His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Ba address at Brown University, (Providence), do so in its 232 year history. In his introdu University President Vartan Gregorian says "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 2 speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan 1991 Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's histo in the history of the entire Ivy League and all A FRANCE He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that l Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, o de France. while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, which I did not know I had one by the way -- in place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, h Nov 30, 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I ow UNITED KINGDOM 1991 spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. UNITED KINGDOM from the University of Wales by His opportunity for me to thank him personally, to He then turned down the visor and showed me Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Highness Charles, Prince of picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I s Royal Institute of British Architects. Wales, the University's Chancellor, for patronage of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fa research throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of al The citation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, state pays tribute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) humanitarian tradition" for his "work that 1992 has diminished poverty, unemployment and ignorance." It also notes that "his many Sep 22, 1998

TAJIKISTAN Decorated with the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's World Monument highest civilian award. (Photo simerg.com.)

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USA Awarded the National Build Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting historic preservation. His Hi PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of und Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at t human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought an different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]h extraordinary sense of humani wherever they find themselves accalaureate a man who represents the very the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carri uctory remarks, s: 232nd baccalaureate IV is the first ory and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 American universities. links the three great CANADA d Islam. Awarded an H only ten days ago, of Toronto's O noting my accent -- recognition of nquired about my service, higher he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 familiar with the we to him -- my SWEDEN you know,' he Awarded the Archon Award from the I wish there was an thank my Imam!' International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma e the Aga Khan's Theta Tau International, for "leadership in see you, I will thank promoting global health and welfare and for his ateh Ali Judhanis of compassionate support of nursing research in ll faiths.... developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) esman and man of Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.)

May 20, 2006

GERMANY Presented with the Tolerance Award from the Evangelical Academy of Tutzing. In its award citation the Academy says, "[His Highness the Aga Khan] believes that respect for pluralism, and valuing and protecting the diversity of cultures, nationalities and religions around the world are essential for ensuring peace." During his laudatory address, the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, says: "We honour an exceptional man, we honour a huge friend of humankind, we honour a courageous visionary and we honour a person building bridges between societies ... [who is a] fortress for democratic progress, as someone wishing to bring about sustainable, pluralistic, civil societies.... A man who shows us a face of Islam that many of us do not know and sadly all too often we Apr 11, 2008 do not want to know: an Islam that is open, tolerant and willing to engage in dialogue. An Islam that is not in conflict with free, democratic and pluralistic societies." (Photo akdn.org.) USA Presented with a key to A (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 19, 2005

PORTUGAL Decorated with the Gra-Gruz de Cristo (Grand ding Museum's Vincent Scully Prize in recognition of Cross of the Military Order of Christ), one of excellence in design, urban and rural revitalisation, and Portugal's highest honours, for outstanding service ighness the Aga Khan's efforts, the Museum noted, have to the country. erstanding between Western and Islamic cultures." Speaking of the work of the AKDN in Portugal, His n, James Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank, says Excellency the President of Portugal says: "A the bank "there is one person who stands out in my mind as distinguishing feature of all these activities is the fact d philosophy but of action.... His work in health is legendary as that they follow a coherent, enlightened strategy of here is one thing which distinguishes him ... [I]t is the sustainable development, perfected in many years of ity that he has. The great depth of real feeling for real people field experience, based on a commitment to people -- in society. He is a holy man. He is the leader of his faith. He's to their intelligence, to their will and to their enterprising ry best in Islam. Something that all too often we tend to forget spirit -- and designed to make the beneficiaries of these ies with it values and a culture from which we can all learn." activities their owners and leaders."

Jun 25, 2005 Jun 15, 2006

LEBANON EGYPT Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University Awarded an Honorary Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Ontario Institute for Studies in Education in Doctorate of Humane Letters Humane Letters by the American f outstanding contributions to community by the American University University in Cairo. University r education and philanthropy. of Beirut. In its citation the President David Arnold says that His University praises His Highness the Aga Khan has "worked Highness the Aga Khan as tirelessly throughout his life to better the "an avid philanthropist standing lives of people around the world." at the head of a network of service institutions focused on the have-nots of the world, Muslim and non-Muslim alike."

Feb 12, 2006

PORTUGAL Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material and spiritual service to humanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, il l l d d i l i " h h AKDN d " i Jun 19, 2009

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Apr 23, 2008

MALI Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of the National Order of Mali, the Republic of Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.)

Jun 5, 2008

USA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard University.

Jun 18, 2008

FRANCE Inducted as Foreign Associate Member of the Kenzo Tange, chair of France's Académie des Beaux Arts.

Oct 29, 2008

KAZAKHSTAN Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

2009

KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat").

May 8, 2009

PORTUGAL Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran

Oct 27, 1960

PORTUGAL Decorated with the Grand Order of Infante D. Henriqu Portuguese Government i

Jul 11, 1957 1960 MAURITANIA At the age of 20, Prince Karim Aga Khan inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Comm Ismaili Muslims as their 49th Imam. Mérite Mauritanien (Commander of (Photo simerg.com.) of Merit) by the Mauritanian Gove

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Oct 22, 1957

NAIROBI, KENYA "[R]emember, above all how important it is to encourage and promote good relations among the different races who live here together. "Let me give you a practical example -- behind, you can see the structure of a great new hospital which is almost completed. It will be one of the best equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of it has been paid for by the Ismaili community and half by the government. It will be, like our schools, available to all races. I hope that this will be only one of many other ventures in which the spirit of partnership will always prevail." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Takht Nashini Ceremony n.

Jan 13, 1962 Nov 15, 1966 SWITZERLAND MALAGASY REPUBLIC Wins the Roberts of Kandhar Presented with a key to Majunga. Cross of the challenge cup at Davos, Switzerland, (Photo simerg.com.) ue by the the oldest challenge cup in the world n Goa. for downhill ski racing.

Aug 5, 1965 1967 Mar 17, 1962 UPPER VOLTA IRAN ITALY andeur du Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la Decora f the Order Made an Honorary Citizen of the Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the National (Grand ernment. Town of Arzachena (Sardinia). Order), Upper Volta's highest national title. Crown

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN MANILLA, PHILIPPINES KARACHI, PAKISTAN NAIRO "Throughout history, when the "Let us, therefore, put our backs "The tapestry of Islamic "[Industria great empires broke up, to the wheel and show the state history is studded with jewels Services (IPS) whether it be the fall of the in which we live that we are of civilisation; these jewels more of Roman or Byzantine empires, determined to become first class poured forth their light and time and t or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens, nay leaders, not for the beauty; great statesmen, practically that the youth had lost its futile glory of leadership but to great philosophers, great bus dynamism, its personality and help this country become a better doctors, great astronomers; connected wit its imagination." place in which to live and ensure but these individuals, these countries. T that, even if we cannot reap the precious stones were worked the matte -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of our labour, our children will into a tapestry, whose which lie Karachi University be born to brighter horizons." dominant theme was Islam, whole conc and this theme remained the idea of p -- His Highness the Aga Khan, dominant regardless of the Inauguration of the Mindanao swallowing up of foreign State University lands, foreign cultures, -- His Highn foreign languages and Khan, Op foreign people." Industri Services ( -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Rotary Club

"The day we no longer have the time nor the faith to bo human soul ... is no longer of sufficient importan despair." "What has been called the permissive soci matters, nothing is sacred or private any more, is not a and upright new world. This fearful chase after materi by peace of mind, by conscience, by moral valu -- His Highness th COMOROS PAKISTAN Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his patronage of arts, education and learning, and in recognition of his love, sympathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and his generosity", and other contributions. Praising His Highness the Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, says, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His Royal Highness has shown that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity and statesmanship which are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the fast-changing and kaleidoscopic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has not only guided the socio-economic activities of his own MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rendered immense material assistance in the economic development of new and young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, Decorated with the Grand Cross of the prosperity and stability of the people of those countries." National Order of Malagasy Republic, Madagascar's highest honour.

Dec 8, 1977

ITALY Decorated with the Order of the Knight o Feb 1970 Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally re PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His High ated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the develop d Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Ag n of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour.

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OBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN KARACHI, PAKISTAN al Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing )] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once y every other both from the Government and the private sector.... wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of siness activity individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated th developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often er is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become the target of ridicule.... es behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and cept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic ness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic pening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one answer may not be found.... ial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." (IPS) Building, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon guideline that we require to resolve the problem as successfully as our human minds and intellects can visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for Feb 6, 1970 the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new solutions for problems which could not be solved by PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental world in concept, in design, in finish and even in concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, ow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must nce to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and iety where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done al ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, ues, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." Presidential Address at the International Seerat Conference e Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, Decorated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil awa and presented with a key to the city. The citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan ha with profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense o commitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promotin and economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as and indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributi Feb 15, 1981 furtherance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation noble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." PAKISTAN Inducted as an Honorary Member of the Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter.

Apr 13, 198 Nov 2, 1982 USA SENEGAL Awarded t Feb 15, 1981 Decorated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jef L'Ordre National Du Lion (Grand Officer PAKISTAN in Architectu of the National Order of the Lion). awarded to Presented with a key to Karachi. opposed to The award Khan has b sense of the f the Grand culture, the served for Mar 7, 1981 Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally inf hness the KENYA activities wh pment of His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for th ga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as we the Town of Kisumu. Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all coun

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ISTANBUL, TURKEY KARACHI, PAKISTAN NEW YORK, US "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim scholars reached pinnacles of achievement in "I'm less hypnotis first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geography, physics, philosophy, mathematics and States'] material substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in medicine. The great British scientist Isaac wealth of knowle categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked that if he was able to see further than his represents, witho every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it was because he stood on the shoulders of mind, the greates strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among those giants who made possible the scientific knowledge on the architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe were Ibn Sina, whose 'Canon of Medicine' that is an exhilar and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standard text for five hundred years; al-Idrisi, the perhaps not perc geographer; Ibn Rushd, the philosopher, and a host of other much as by non-A "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientists who had produced the notion of specific competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euclid's theories, perfected geometry, evolved -- His Highness th prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and algebra, and made modern mathematics Life Magazine In concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developing Indian numerals and the concept of the all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the zero as a numeral of no place value... Awards will be open not only to designers, but also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exaggeration to say that the original Christian who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Latin West, at Paris, Bologna and Oxford, builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole European renaissance, received a vital influx people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge from Islam -- an influx from which the later their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges and universities, including those of North will go only to projects that have been tried Africa, were to benefit in turn.... and proven over a number of years. How many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic belief, knowledge is two-fold. There is that the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed through the Holy Prophet (s.a.s.) and that which impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by virtue of his own intellect. Nor do these two to live or work in them? Heralding a venture involve any contradiction, provided man remembers that his which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself the creation of God. Without this humility, trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not no balance is possible. With it, there are no barriers. Indeed, seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam has always lain in its belief that creation excellence in any architecture intended for the is not static but continuous, that through scientific and other Islamic environment." endeavours, God has opened and continues to open new windows for us to see the marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the Charter of the Aga Khan University ard. UNITED KINGDOM ave followed Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of f Literature in Education from the University ng social of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal s a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of ions to the the University. n of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun differences dividing the East and West." (Photo simerg.com.) SPA 84 Na Gra Gr the University of Virginia's his fferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 ure, the first time it has been o a patron of architecture (as SPAIN o an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo d citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 e term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His fluential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of hich bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France he developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered ell.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon ntries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's high

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A KARACHI, PAKISTAN LONDON, UK sed by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man and Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in dge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enforce that developing countries -- an environment that will help ut any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become st intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted academic more productive for the benefit of the larger e face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. However, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done rating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. ceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and he Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria terview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning is a role for a modern Islamic University which can draw to look carefully at ways in which local private inspiration from the Faith and from the past in addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan the opportunities of the future. Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study nature and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure the physical world around us gave the original impetus to long-term support for innovative health and education scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of interventions that contribute to the vitality of the knowledge between institutions and nations and the voluntary sector in Kenya.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essentially Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of intellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the enquiry and this freedom does not mean that knowledge advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is indeed to support strong private institutions that can itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illustrate this contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learning better country." than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, the philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan University Inauguration goace. t a so otes t at say USA institutions ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 of life of millions of people in the developing Inducted as an Honorary Member of world of Africa and Asia," and have "a USA the American Institute of Architects. matchless record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by B among the poorer people of our world." (Providence). In his laudatory address, Univ Vartan Gregorian says: "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's tradition of service to your people and stewards n 1991 emphasises compassion and tolerance and that Sep 21, 1992 of all humanity. Following the noble example se AIN grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedi UZBEKISTAN international service.... amed Huesped de Honor De anada (Guest of Honour of Made an Honorary Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the g ranada) at inauguration of the and presented with a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved storic 14th Century Zafra House. Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we hon and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to

Nov 22, 1991 May 11, 1994 SPAIN USA the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Order His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Dec 17, 1996 d to of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most commencement address at the Massachusetts PORTUGAL n Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Institute of Technology (Cambridge), the first hest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain. Muslim to do so in its 130 year history. Presented with a key to

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LONDON, UK CAMBRIDGE, USA "Experiences with the Aga Khan Health Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long Education Services show that ... principles of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in governance apply to the voluntary sector as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid private enterprise. Health and education services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by offered in areas where Ismailis reside but to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and in the area, regardless of religion. Depending on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the site, the population served ranges from 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Regardless of the site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity services rely heavily on volunteers, from seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of professionals to young people moved by the ethic of strength.... helping others. By building locally based institution with volunteer directors and professional staff, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When Khan Network will ensure that by 1995 -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In before the World Health Organisation's 'Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends by the year 2000' -- all Ismailis living in countries on the path that each has taken to that point. These where the network operates will have access to are not stochastic processes. The subjects have primary health care. This includes all urban histories. The encounter has complexity and rich communities as well as the most isolated villages in dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two Hunza and Chitral, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the Providing this access a has cost of one pound per assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- person per year for Ismailis and non-Ismailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the "The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- reaches nearly one million people scattered over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to area the size of Ireland, dominated by the highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its mountains in the world. It provides a package of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and organisation and services to improve production and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will incomes.... The village organisations are now reaching have been as successful as it is important." out to protect their environment, and to establish, and largely pay for schools and medical centres." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Massachusetts Institute of Technology -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Royal Society for Asian Affairs 2002

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growth and the well-being of Nov 28, 2000 2003 nour you, your family, USA MALI all human kind." Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of th Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu.

Oct 10, 1998 2001 2002

SPAIN FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN Presented with the Granada de Oro Awarded an Insignia of Honour by the Decorated with the State o Lisbon. (Gold Medal of the City of Granada). International Union of Architects. Award for Peace and Progress.

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CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS "The communications revolution means either a growing "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spirit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to without the strong and effective leadership of the information media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encounter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement towers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly different, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... -- His Highness the Aga Khan, "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspapers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agencies which serve them and the organisations which support them. For centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understanding and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become more Jan 30, 2002 international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its wake. Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, the TORONTO, CANADA press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it can deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge in the Western world and you say within the general "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press can education? Does anybody know the names of the great exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and studious philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate them, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions and to help explain them to others." against such a vacuum in knowledge." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference social, cultural and educational assistance" through AKDN, and "creating bonds and promoting dialogue between civilisations and cultures, namely between the East and the West." Apr 7, 2005 In a ceremony presided over by His Excellency the President of Portugal and other dignitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as NORWAY "unbreakably guided by the defence of human dignity that is available equally Addresses the Nobel Institute at to all, without distinction as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and the invitation of the Government as "an international personality of the highest importance." of Norway. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 8, 2003 Jun 6, 2005 BAHRAIN CANADA Decorated with the Order of Bahrain e (First Class) by His Majesty King Presented with a key to Ottawa. Hamad of Bahrain. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 31, 2003 Mar 19, 2005 UNITED KINGDOM Jul 11, 2007 - Dec 13, 2008 TANZANIA Made a Knight Commander of the British His Highness the Aga Khan's Empire (KBE) by Her Majesty Queen Made an Honorary Citizen Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam Elizabeth II of Great Britain. of Dar es Salaam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims.

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NEW DELHI, INDIA BERLIN, GERMANY TUTZING, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN "Tolerance, openness and "I look at escalating tensions in "When people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two imp understanding towards other the world, I am convinced more these days, about an which I would underscore today. First, it remin peoples' cultures, social than ever that neither 'peaceful' inevitable 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be e structures, values and faiths nor 'productive' modern societies Civilisations' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of intera are now essential to the very will ever be achieved by short world, what they often forces must come together if development is survival of an interdependent term responses composed in the mean, I fear, is an take root -- and to take off. world. Pluralism is no longer midst of crisis. What I will inevitable 'Clash of simply an asset or a propose to you today is that Religions.' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the prerequisite for progress and there are fundamental issues that use different environment is still only an enabling condition - development, it is vital to our must be addressed persistently, terminology altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress m existence." and over the long term, if we are The essential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environ to achieve the desired outcomes." as I see it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided an -- His Highness the Aga between the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually Khan, Ceremony to -- His Highness The Aga Khan world and the West is "What a sound enabling environment must do Inaugurate the Restored Annual Conference of German 'A Clash of Ignorance.' Humayun's Tomb Gardens Ambassadors create a favourable framework in which huma And what I would can flourish." prescribe -- as an essential first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, a concentrated The Enabling Environment Conference educational effort."

Feb 12, 2006 -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Tutzing EVORA, PORTUGAL Evangelical Academy upon receiving the Jul 4, 2007 "How, in an increasingly cynical time, can we inspire people to a new set of Tolerance Award aspirations -- reaching beyond rampant materialism, the new relativism, self- AIGLEMONT, FRANCE serving individualism, and resurgent tribalism. The search for justice and security, the struggle for equality of opportunity, the quest for tolerance and "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis harmony, the pursuit of human dignity -- these are moral imperatives which poverty, a concept which is still poorly unde we must work and think about on a daily basis.... [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a socie phenomenon, characterised by a lack of acc "What I am calling for, in sum, is an ethical sensibility which can be shared characterised by a lack of access to protect across denominational lines and which can foster a universal moral outlook." security, to healthcare or to education." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Evora and Symposium -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Int PORTUGAL Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by Lisbon's Academy of Sciences.

May 28, 2009

FRANCE Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

Jun 9, 2009

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta.

Dec 17, 2009

FRANCE Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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PARIS, FRANCE plications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of ds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest acting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. must grow nment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular nd civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be reinforced.... o is to an creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely of benefit the population of the country where it has been made." rstood.... -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste etal Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award cess tion, to

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UNITED KINGDOM Winner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at the Savoy in London. The award recognizes a lifetime's contribution to the sport of horse racing. Oct 4, 2005

SCOTLAND Awarded the Carnegie Medal for Philanthropy. On presenting the medal the former President of Ireland says, "The Aga Aug 13, 2007 Khan's values of pluralism, multiculturalism, KENYA and strengthening civil society, are those we must all emulate." (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.)

th the Die Quadriga Prize, the United We Care Award, n of His Highness the Aga Khan's life's work in e in the poorest regions of the world. Dec 1, 2007

t of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, delivers the UNITED KINGDOM dress, praising the Aga Khan as a humanist, peace- ocrat philanthropist and "esteemed ambassador Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international ocrat, philanthropist and esteemed ambassador Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international ations." He adds that: "While bringing people together, magazine for collectors. The Editor notes that "the Aga Khan's s striving not to diminish or remove cultural and religious vision for the future of our cities is firmly focussed on the repair t to promote their acceptance and to work for a and enhancement of existing buildings, something that urban versity. It is this belief in an inclusive world that makes planning visionaries in the developed world still neglect." tional leader of our time." (Photo simerg.com.)

Jun 30, 2008 Jun 12, 2009

IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the Companion of the Order of Canada, Canada's "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: bute. The citation states that, "His Highness honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of his life to protecting the environment and understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who due to poverty." of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support of His Highness the Aga Khan: "I have been the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should have been able to bring to everything you do, a gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) uriosity, an intelligence and above all, a deep Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman an beings." (Photo: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009

CANADA Made an Honorary Citizen of Canada by unanimous approval of the House of Commons. His Highness the Aga Khan is only the fifth person to receive this honour. The motion describes the Aga Khan as "a beacon of humanitarianism, pluralism and tolerance throughout the world." The Prime Minister of Canada adds that the Aga Khan is "a great partner and long-time friend of Canada, and a great benefactor to humanity." he Tolerance Award from the Evangelical Academy of Tutzing. In its (Photo akdn.org.) he Academy says, "[His Highness the Aga Khan] believes that respect for uing and protecting the diversity of cultures, nationalities and religions around ntial for ensuring peace." ory address, the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, says: "We honour n, we honour a huge friend of humankind, we honour a courageous onour a person building bridges between societies ... [who is a] fortress for ss, as someone wishing to bring about sustainable, pluralistic, civil societies.... us a face of Islam that many of us do not know and sadly all too often we Apr 11, 2008 ow: an Islam that is open, tolerant and willing to engage in dialogue. An n conflict with free, democratic and pluralistic societies." (Photo akdn.org.) USA Presented with a key to Austin. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 19, 2005 Apr 23, 2008 PORTUGAL MALI DdihhGG dCi (G d Decorated with the Gra-Gruz de Cristo (Grand cully Prize in recognition of Cross of the Military Order of Christ), one of Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of rban and rural revitalisation, and Portugal's highest honours, for outstanding service the National Order of Mali, the Republic of efforts, the Museum noted, have to the country. Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.) tern and Islamic cultures." Speaking of the work of the AKDN in Portugal, His resident of the World Bank, says Excellency the President of Portugal says: "A erson who stands out in my mind as distinguishing feature of all these activities is the fact Jun 5, 2008 n.... His work in health is legendary as that they follow a coherent, enlightened strategy of stinguishes him ... [I]t is the sustainable development, perfected in many years of USA t depth of real feeling for real people field experience, based on a commitment to people -- Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard man. He is the leader of his faith. He's to their intelligence, to their will and to their enterprising University. g that all too often we tend to forget spirit -- and designed to make the beneficiaries of these ulture from which we can all learn." activities their owners and leaders."

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FRANCE

Jun 25, 2005 Jun 15, 2006 Inducted as Foreign Associate Member of the Kenzo Tange, chair of France's Académie des Beaux Arts. LEBANON EGYPT w by the University Awarded an Honorary Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of udies in Education in Doctorate of Humane Letters Humane Letters by the American Oct 29, 2008 ons to community by the American University University in Cairo. University thropy. of Beirut. In its citation the President David Arnold says that His KAZAKHSTAN University praises His Highness the Aga Khan has "worked Highness the Aga Khan as tirelessly throughout his life to better the Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of "an avid philanthropist standing lives of people around the world." Kazakhstan. at the head of a network of service institutions focused on the have-nots of the world, Muslim and non-Muslim alike." 2009 KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat"). Feb 12, 2006

PORTUGAL

Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material May 8, 2009 and spiritual service to humanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, social, cultural and educational assistance" through AKDN, and "creating PORTUGAL bonds and promoting dialogue between civilisations and cultures, namely Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by between the East and the West." Lisbon's Academy of Sciences. Apr 7, 2005 In a ceremony presided over by His Excellency the President of Portugal and other dignitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as NORWAY "unbreakably guided by the defence of human dignity that is available equally Addresses the Nobel Institute at to all, without distinction as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and May 28, 2009 as "an international personality of the highest importance." the invitation of the Government FRANCE of Norway. (Photo akdn.org.) Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

03 Jun 6, 2005 Jun 9, 2009 CANADA d with the Order of Bahrain CANADA ss) by His Majesty King Presented with a key to Ottawa. f Bahrain. (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta.

Dec 17, 2009 Mar 19, 2005 Jul 11, 2007 - Dec 13, 2008 FRANCE TANZANIA mander of the British His Highness the Aga Khan's Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de mander of the British His Highness the Aga Khan s de tepee p t opqede r Majesty Queen Made an Honorary Citizen Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Britain. of Dar es Salaam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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NDIA BERLIN, GERMANY TUTZING, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN PARIS, FRANCE enness and "I look at escalating tensions in "When people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two implications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of towards other the world, I am convinced more these days, about an which I would underscore today. First, it reminds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of es, social than ever that neither 'peaceful' inevitable 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest ues and faiths nor 'productive' modern societies Civilisations' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of interacting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a tial to the very will ever be achieved by short world, what they often forces must come together if development is truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly nterdependent term responses composed in the mean, I fear, is an take root -- and to take off. defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is m is no longer midst of crisis. What I will inevitable 'Clash of clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single t or a propose to you today is that Religions.' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and r progress and there are fundamental issues that use different environment is still only an enabling condition -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. t is vital to our must be addressed persistently, terminology altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress must grow and over the long term, if we are The essential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular to achieve the desired outcomes." as I see it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided and civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our s the Aga between the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be ny to -- His Highness The Aga Khan reinforced.... world and the West is "What a sound enabling environment must do is to Restored Annual Conference of German 'A Clash of Ignorance.' mb Gardens Ambassadors create a favourable framework in which human creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately And what I would can flourish." 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a prescribe -- as an turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in essential first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green a concentrated The Enabling Environment Conference bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and educational effort." buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. Feb 12, 2006 -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Tutzing "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The EVORA, PORTUGAL Evangelical Academy first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be upon receiving the Jul 4, 2007 made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share increasingly cynical time, can we inspire people to a new set of Tolerance Award of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental reaching beyond rampant materialism, the new relativism, self- AIGLEMONT, FRANCE feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely ndividualism, and resurgent tribalism. The search for justice and benefit the population of the country where it has been made." struggle for equality of opportunity, the quest for tolerance and "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis of poverty, a concept which is still poorly understood.... e pursuit of human dignity -- these are moral imperatives which -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a societal we must work and think about on a daily basis.... Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award phenomenon, characterised by a lack of access calling for, in sum, is an ethical sensibility which can be shared characterised by a lack of access to protection, to minational lines and which can foster a universal moral outlook." security, to healthcare or to education." His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Evora and Symposium -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Interview Oct 3, 2005

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CANADA Invested as an Honorary C highest formal civilian trib the Aga Khan has devoted h alleviating human suffering Her Excellency the Right General of Canada, says o deeply impressed that you h generosity, importantly, a cu compassion for other huma

Sep 22, 1998 May 20, 2006 Oct 25, 1996 TAJIKISTAN GERMANY USA Decorated with the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's Presented with th Presented with the Hadrian Award of the World Monument highest civilian award. (Photo simerg.com.) award citation th Fund for 1996. pluralism, and valu Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the ceremony, says the the world are esse award is "to recognise the profound achievements of a man of During his laudat deep learning and vision," a man with "an exalted position and an exceptional man great power because of who he is." visionary and we h David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the Aga Khan is a man democratic progres of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the pleasure of knowing A man who shows him for almost forty years." do not want to kno Islam that is not in And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Museum of Modern Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga Khan with the 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments Fund honours a man who has devoted his life to preserving and improving our built environment. He has done this with vision, passion, and intelligence. The results are part of his legacy to the cultural heritage of our world." (Photo simerg.com.) Jan 25, 2005 USA Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Sc Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting excellence in design, ur historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's e PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of understanding between West Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, Pr Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one pe human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action May 26, 1996 different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which dis extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great USA wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy m His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Baccalaureate a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something address at Brown University, (Providence), the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a cu do so in its 232 year history. In his introductory remarks, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 232nd baccalaureate speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV is the first Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's history and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 in the history of the entire Ivy League and all American universities. He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that links the three great CANADA monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, only ten days ago, of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Stu while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, noting my accent -- recognition of outstanding contributio which I did not know I had one by the way -- inquired about my service, higher education and philant place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 v 30, 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly familiar with the Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I owe to him -- my SWEDEN ITED KINGDOM spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And you know,' he Awarded the Archon Award from the warded an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. I wish there was an opportunity for me to thank him personally, to thank my Imam!' International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma m the University of Wales by His Theta Tau International, for "leadership in yal Highness Charles, Prince of He then turned down the visor and showed me the Aga Khan's promoting global health and welfare and for his ales, the University's Chancellor, for picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I see you, I will thank compassionate support of nursing research in ronage of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fateh Ali Judhanis of developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) earch throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of all faiths.... e citation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of ys tribute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) manitarian tradition" for his "work that diminished poverty, unemployment and orance." It also notes that "his many itutions ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 ife of millions of people in the developing 2002 rld of Africa and Asia," and have "a USA KYRGYZSTAN tchless record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Brown University ong the poorer people of our world." (Providence). In his laudatory address, University President Receives an Honorary Professorship Vartan Gregorian says: at the University of Osh. "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's centuries old tradition of service to your people and stewardship of a faith that emphasises compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of all humanity. Following the noble example set by your grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedicated yourself to international service.... orary Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the growth and Dec 8, 200 Nov 28, 2000 2003 d with a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved the well-being of BAHRAIN Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we honour you, your family, USA MALI and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to all human kind." Decorated Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Clas Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of

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CAMBRIDGE, USA CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS NEW DELHI, IN a Khan Health Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long "The communications revolution means either a growing "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as "Tolerance, ope that ... principles of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and understanding voluntary sector as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance peoples' culture and education services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spirit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate structures, valu mailis reside but to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to are now essent f religion. Depending on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the without the strong and effective leadership of the information media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... survival of an in d ranges from 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has world. Pluralism egardless of the site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encounter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, simply an asset olunteers, from seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement towers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated prerequisite for ople moved by the ethic of strength.... above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly different, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that development, it g locally based institution with understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, existence." rofessional staff, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure e that by 1995 -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and -- His Highness Organisation's 'Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative Khan, Ceremon mailis living in countries on the path that each has taken to that point. These across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." Inaugurate the are not stochastic processes. The subjects have themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... Humayun's Tom tes will have access to -- His Highness the Aga Khan, includes all urban histories. The encounter has complexity and rich dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspapers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development he most isolated villages in broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agencies at and Andhra Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- which serve them and the organisations which support them. For as cost of one pound per centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understanding lis and non-Ismailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become more Jan 30, 2002 pport Programme now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its wake. n people scattered over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, the TORONTO, CANADA press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it can dominated by the highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge t provides a package of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. "How, in an in the Western world and you say within the general aspirations -- to improve production and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about serving in ganisations are now reaching have been as successful as it is important." amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary security, the s onment, and to establish, and can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press can education? Does anybody know the names of the great d medical centres." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, harmony, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and studious philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they Khan, press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is ffairs distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate them, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions "What I am and to help explain them to others." against such a vacuum in knowledge." across denom -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview -- H Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference

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CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Nov 25, 1986 McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du is unique in the world today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al between North and South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King leadership is beyond politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) religion. In a world torn by division, hostility, war and fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining beacon of inspiration and of hard-headed accomplishment in improving the lot of humankind, in elevating the quality of civilised life and in uplifting all peoples of the world to cherish the brotherhood of man." (Photo simerg.com.) Personam promoting pg of for ogress." Nov 1985 Oct 26, 1988

PAKISTAN ITALY Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the College Decorated with the Cavaliere del Lavoro (Knight of of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan. Labour) in recognition of the major contribution His Highness the Aga Khan had made to the Italy's economy. The Aga Khan is the first Muslim to receive the honour. (Photo ismaili.net.)

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CANADA 1991 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by FRANCE McMaster University (Hamilton). Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver r 16, 1983 The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure de France. KISTAN praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and responsible leadership in the advancement of the a Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to health the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, His Nov care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster cellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary UN Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan, but to the 1991 efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions ole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan University Aw and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the great UNITED KINGDOM from the underdeveloped and the highly developed me of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the Islamic Roy worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the rld -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.) Royal Institute of British Architects. Wa patr rese The pay r 23, 1983 hum Oct 11, 1989 has KISTAN 1992 igno corated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil award. UNITED KINGDOM USA insti of li Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Honorary Member of e citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan have followed wor h profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense of Literature in Education from the University the American Institute of Architects. of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal mat mmitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promoting social amo d economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of d indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributions to the the University. therance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a ble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 differences dividing the East and West." Sep 21, 1992 (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN UZBEKISTAN Apr 13, 1984 Named Huesped de Honor De v 2, 1982 Granada (Guest of Honour of Made an Hono USA NEGAL Granada) at inauguration of the and presented Awarded the University of Virginia's historic 14th Century Zafra House. corated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 rdre National Du Lion (Grand Officer in Architecture, the first time it has been the National Order of the Lion). awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 Nov 22, 1991 sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE SPAIN culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Or His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit) one of Spain's most His Highness the Aga Khan s Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit), one of Spain s most Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain.

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PAKISTAN Apr 7, 1982 Receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from NON-STATE ORGANISATION Peshawar University for his generosity and Receives the Gold Mercury Ad P dedication towards all Muslims. (Photo: Ismailia Award for his "outstanding role in Association for Pakistan Special Brochure) g Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). economic co-operation, exchange o "No one that I know of can with greater justification technologies and experience," and claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga "renewing social and economic pro Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

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COMOROS PAKISTAN Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, Dec and presented with a key to the city. Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in The the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in with the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his patronage of arts, education and learning, and in com recognition of his love, sympathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and and his generosity", and other contributions. and Feb 15, 1981 furt Praising His Highness the Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed nob Ghulam Mustafa Shah, says, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His PAKISTAN Royal Highness has shown that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity and statesmanship which are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the Inducted as an Honorary Member of the fast-changing and kaleidoscopic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter. Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has not only guided the socio-economic activities of his own PUBLIC MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rendered immense material assistance in the economic Nov development of new and young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, a key to Majunga. Decorated with the Grand Cross of the prosperity and stability of the people of those countries." SEN com.) National Order of Malagasy Republic, Feb 15, 1981 Dec Madagascar's highest honour. L'Or PAKISTAN of t Presented with a key to Karachi. Dec 8, 1977

ITALY 1967 Decorated with the Order of the Knight of the Grand Feb 1970 Mar 7, 1981 IRAN Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally reserved for PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His Highness the KENYA a Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the development of a Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan s contributions to the development of al (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Aga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of itle. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour. the Town of Kisumu.

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NAIROBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN KARACHI, PAKISTAN ISTANBUL, TURKEY "[Industrial Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim scholars reached p ewels Services (IPS)] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geography, physics, ph els more of my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in medicine. The and time and thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked that if he was a n, practically every other both from the Government and the private sector.... wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it was because he t business activity individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among those giants who m mers; connected with developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe were Ibn Sina, ese countries. The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standard text for five h orked the matter is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become the target of ridicule.... geographer; Ibn Rushd, the philos which lies behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientists who had prod lam, whole concept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euclid's theories, p d the idea of partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and algebra, and m the progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developing Indian numer development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the zero as a n -- His Highness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic Awards will be open not only to designers, but Khan, Opening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one answer may not be found.... also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exaggeration to say Industrial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Latin West, at Services (IPS) Building, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole European renaissa -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon guideline that we require to resolve the problem as people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge from Islam -- an successfully as our human minds and intellects can their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges and universitie visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, will go only to projects that have been tried Africa generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for and proven over a number of years. How Feb 6, 1970 the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic belief, knowledg friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed through the Holy Prop Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by virtue of his own solutions for problems which could not be solved by involve any contradiction, provided "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the to live or work in them? Heralding a venture PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself the creation of world in concept, in design, in finish and even in concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, no balance is possible. With it, the e time nor the faith to bow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam has always lai nger of sufficient importance to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and is not static but continuous, that t called the permissive society where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, excellence in any architecture intended for the dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." Islamic environment." endeavours, God has opened a rivate any more, is not a promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done windows for us to see the fearful chase after material ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, conscience, by moral values, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." Presidential Address at the International Seerat Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar -- H Conference On the acceptance of the Charter o -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind Awards and Honours Accorded to His Highness The Aga Khan IV

''The ethics of Islam guide all my activity.''"

HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN IV -- JEUNE AFRIQUE INTERVIEW, 2005

ABOUT HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN AWARDS AND HONOURS: 98

His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) MAURITANIA (1) on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1) MOZAMBIQUE (1) Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) MOROCCO (1) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) NORWAY (1) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- CÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) PAKISTAN (11) law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EGYPT (1) PORTUGAL (7) Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) SCOTLAND (1) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, GERMANY (2) SENEGAL (1) particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) SPAIN (4) IRAN (2) SWEDEN (1) some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) North America and Western Europe.... ITALY (3) TANZANIA (2) The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2) UGANDA (1) compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) UNITED KINGDOM (8) Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2) UPPER VOLTA (1) LEBANON (1) USA (11) right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) ZANZIBAR (1) Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: 1 NON-STATE: 1 could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND STATE HONOURS: 29 contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOURS: 22 the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the HONORARY DOCTORATES: 17 patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: 18 In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONOURS: 12 Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRAHIM / TIMELINES [at] SENT.COM Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISION DATE: 24.JAN.2010 Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan Aug 4, 1965 Au of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.) CÔTE D'IVOIRE CÔ Made a Freeman of Abidjan, and De presented with a key to the City. of (Photo simerg.com.) Cr the

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

Jan 13, 1962 Nov 15, 1966 Oct 27, 1960 SWITZERLAND MALAGASY REP PORTUGAL Wins the Roberts of Kandhar Presented with Decorated with the Grand Cross of the challenge cup at Davos, Switzerland, (Photo simerg.c Order of Infante D. Henrique by the the oldest challenge cup in the world Portuguese Government in Goa. for downhill ski racing.

Jul 11, 1957 1960 Aug 5, 1965 Mar 17, 1962 MAURITANIA UPPER VOLTA At the age of 20, Prince Karim Aga Khan ITALY inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Commandeur du Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Commandeur du Decorated with the L Ordre National de la Ismaili Muslims as their 49th Imam. Mérite Mauritanien (Commander of the Order Made an Honorary Citizen of the Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the Nationa (Photo simerg.com.) of Merit) by the Mauritanian Government. Town of Arzachena (Sardinia). Order), Upper Volta's highest national ti

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NAIROBI, KENYA KARACHI, PAKISTAN MANILLA, PHILIPPINES KARACHI, PAKISTAN "[R]emember, above all how important it "Throughout history, when the "Let us, therefore, put our backs "The tapestry of Islamic is to encourage and promote good great empires broke up, to the wheel and show the state history is studded with je relations among the different races who whether it be the fall of the in which we live that we are of civilisation; these jewe live here together. Roman or Byzantine empires, determined to become first class poured forth their light a or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens, nay leaders, not for the beauty; great statesmen "Let me give you a practical example -- that the youth had lost its futile glory of leadership but to great philosophers, great behind, you can see the structure of a dynamism, its personality and help this country become a better doctors, great astronom great new hospital which is almost its imagination." place in which to live and ensure but these individuals, the completed. It will be one of the best that, even if we cannot reap the precious stones were wo equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of our labour, our children will into a tapestry, whose it has been paid for by the Ismaili Karachi University be born to brighter horizons." dominant theme was Isl community and half by the government. and this theme remained It will be, like our schools, available to all -- His Highness the Aga Khan, dominant regardless of t races. I hope that this will be only one of Inauguration of the Mindanao swallowing up of foreign many other ventures in which the spirit of State University lands, foreign cultures, partnership will always prevail." foreign languages and -- His Highness the Aga Khan, foreign people." Takht Nashini Ceremony -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Rotary Club

"The day we no longer have the human soul ... is no lon despair." "What has been matters, nothing is sacred or pr and upright new world. This f by peace of mind, by EUROPEAN A2 PAPER 100% OF ORIGINAL SIZE 10 PAGES: 65 - 74 Awards and Honours Accorded to His Highness The Aga Khan IV

''The ethics of Islam guide all my activity.''"

HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN IV -- JEUNE AFRIQUE INTERVIEW, 2005

ABOUT HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN AWARDS AND HONOURS: 98

His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) MAURITANIA (1) on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1) MOZAMBIQUE (1) Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) MOROCCO (1) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) NORWAY (1) CÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) PAKISTAN (11) law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EGYPT (1) PORTUGAL (7) Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) SCOTLAND (1) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, GERMANY (2) SENEGAL (1) particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) SPAIN (4) IRAN (2) SWEDEN (1) some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) North America and Western Europe.... ITALY (3) TANZANIA (2) The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2) UGANDA (1) compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) UNITED KINGDOM (8) Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2) UPPER VOLTA (1) LEBANON (1) USA (11) right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) ZANZIBAR (1) Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: 1 NON-STATE: 1 could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND STATE HONOURS: 29 contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOURS: 22 the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the HONORARY DOCTORATES: 17 patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: 18 In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONOURS: 12 Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRAHIM / TIMELINES [at] SENT.COM Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISION DATE: 24.JAN.2010 Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Nov 25, 1986 McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du is unique in the world today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al between North and South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King leadership is beyond politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) religion. In a world torn by division, hostility, war and fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining beacon of inspiration and of hard-headed accomplishment in improving the lot of humankind, in elevating the quality of civilised life and in uplifting all peoples of the world to cherish the brotherhood of man." (Photo simerg.com.) Personam promoting Oct 3, 2005

GERMANY Presented wit in recognition helping people The President laudatory add builder, demo between civilisa His Highness is differences, bu harmonious div him an inspirat

Jun 6, 2005

Nov 21, 2006

UNITED KINGDOM Winner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at the Savoy in London. The award recognizes a lifetime's contribution to the sport of horse racing. Oct 4, 2005

SCOTLAND Awarded the Carnegie Medal for Philanthropy. On presenting the medal the former President of Ireland says, "The Aga Aug 13, 2007 Khan's values of pluralism, multiculturalism, KENYA and strengthening civil society, are those we must all emulate." (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.)

th the Die Quadriga Prize, the United We Care Award, n of His Highness the Aga Khan's life's work in e in the poorest regions of the world. Dec 1, 2007

t of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, delivers the UNITED KINGDOM dress, praising the Aga Khan as a humanist, peace- ocrat, philanthropist and "esteemed ambassador Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international ations." He adds that: "While bringing people together, magazine for collectors. The Editor notes that "the Aga Khan's s striving not to diminish or remove cultural and religious vision for the future of our cities is firmly focussed on the repair t to promote their acceptance and to work for a and enhancement of existing buildings, something that urban versity. It is this belief in an inclusive world that makes planning visionaries in the developed world still neglect." tional leader of our time." (Photo simerg.com.)

Jun 30, 2008 Jun 12, 2009

IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the Companion of the Order of Canada, Canada's "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: bute. The citation states that, "His Highness honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of his life to protecting the environment and understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who due to poverty." of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support of His Highness the Aga Khan: "I have been the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should have been able to bring to everything you do, a gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) uriosity, an intelligence and above all, a deep Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman an beings." (Photo: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009

Dec 19, 2005 Apr 23, 2008 PORTUGAL MALI DdihhGG dCi (G d Aug 12, 1957

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

Jul 11, 1957 1960 Aug 5, 1965 Mar 17, 1962 MAURITANIA UPPER VOLTA At the age of 20, Prince Karim Aga Khan ITALY inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Commandeur du Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la Ismaili Muslims as their 49th Imam. Mérite Mauritanien (Commander of the Order Made an Honorary Citizen of the Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the Nationa (Photo simerg.com.) of Merit) by the Mauritanian Government. Town of Arzachena (Sardinia). Order), Upper Volta's highest national ti

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Oct 22, 1957 Oct 1, 1960 Nov 24, 1963 Dec 4, 1964

"The day we no longer have the human soul ... is no lon despair." "What has been matters, nothing is sacred or pr and upright new world. This f by peace of mind, by g Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). economic co-operation, exchange o "No one that I know of can with greater justification technologies and experience," and claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga "renewing social and economic pro Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

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ITALY 1967 Decorated with the Order of the Knight of the Grand Feb 1970 Mar 7, 1981 IRAN Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally reserved for PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His Highness the KENYA a Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the development of al (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Aga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of itle. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour. the Town of Kisumu.

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USA Awarded an Institute Honour from the American Institute of Architects. May 15, 1987

CANADA 1991 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by FRANCE McMaster University (Hamilton). Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver r 16, 1983 The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure de France. KISTAN praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and responsible leadership in the advancement of the a Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to health the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, His Nov care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster cellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary UN Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan, but to the 1991 efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions ole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan University Aw and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the great UNITED KINGDOM from the underdeveloped and the highly developed me of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the Islamic Roy worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the rld -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.) Royal Institute of British Architects. Wa patr rese The pay r 23, 1983 hum has KISTAN Oct 11, 1989 1992 igno corated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil award. UNITED KINGDOM USA insti of li Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Honorary Member of e citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan have followed wor h profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense of Literature in Education from the University the American Institute of Architects. of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal mat mmitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promoting social amo d economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of d indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributions to the the University. therance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a ble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 differences dividing the East and West." Sep 21, 1992 (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN UZBEKISTAN Apr 13, 1984 Named Huesped de Honor De v 2, 1982 Granada (Guest of Honour of Made an Hono USA NEGAL Granada) at inauguration of the and presented Awarded the University of Virginia's historic 14th Century Zafra House. corated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 rdre National Du Lion (Grand Officer in Architecture, the first time it has been the National Order of the Lion). awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 Nov 22, 1991 sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE SPAIN culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Or His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain.

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN NEW YORK, USA KARACHI, PAKISTAN LONDON, UK LONDON, UK pinnacles of achievement in "I'm less hypnotised by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man and Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in "Experiences with the Aga hilosophy, mathematics and States'] material wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in Education Services show t great British scientist Isaac wealth of knowledge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enforce that developing countries -- an environment that will help governance apply to the v able to see further than his represents, without any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become private enterprise. Health e stood on the shoulders of mind, the greatest intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted academic more productive for the benefit of the larger offered in areas where Ism made possible the scientific knowledge on the face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. However, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done in the area, regardless of whose 'Canon of Medicine' that is an exhilarating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. site, the population served hundred years; al-Idrisi, the perhaps not perceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Re opher, and a host of other much as by non-Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World services rely heavily on vo duced the notion of specific revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and professionals to young peo erfected geometry, evolved -- His Highness the Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria helping others. By building made modern mathematics Life Magazine Interview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning volunteer directors and pr rals and the concept of the is a role for a modern Islamic University which can draw to look carefully at ways in which local private Khan Network will ensure numeral of no place value... inspiration from the Faith and from the past in addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan before the World Health the opportunities of the future. Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation by the year 2000' -- all Is y that the original Christian Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next where the network operat Paris, Bologna and Oxford, "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study nature and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure primary health care. This ance, received a vital influx the physical world around us gave the original impetus to long-term support for innovative health and education communities as well as th influx from which the later scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of interventions that contribute to the vitality of the Hunza and Chitral, Gujara s, including those of North knowledge between institutions and nations and the voluntary sector in Kenya.... Providing this access a ha a, were to benefit in turn.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essentially person per year for Ismail Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of intellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the ge is two-fold. There is that enquiry and this freedom does not mean that knowledge "The Aga Khan Rural Sup phet (s.a.s.) and that which advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is indeed to support strong private institutions that can reaches nearly one million intellect. Nor do these two itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illustrate this area the size of Ireland, d d man remembers that his contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learning better country." mountains in the world. It God. Without this humility, than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, the organisation and services ere are no barriers. Indeed, philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, incomes.... The village org in in its belief that creation Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition out to protect their enviro through scientific and other Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" largely pay for schools an and continues to open new e marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga K Aga Khan University Inauguration Royal Society for Asian Af His Highness the Aga Khan, of the Aga Khan University Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Sc Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting excellence in design, ur historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's e PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of understanding between West Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, Pr Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one pe human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action May 26, 1996 different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which dis extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great USA wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy m His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Baccalaureate a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something address at Brown University, (Providence), the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a cu do so in its 232 year history. In his introductory remarks, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 232nd baccalaureate speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV is the first Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's history and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 in the history of the entire Ivy League and all American universities. He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that links the three great CANADA monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, only ten days ago, of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Stu while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, noting my accent -- recognition of outstanding contributio which I did not know I had one by the way -- inquired about my service, higher education and philant place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 v 30, 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly familiar with the Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I owe to him -- my SWEDEN ITED KINGDOM spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And you know,' he Awarded the Archon Award from the warded an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. I wish there was an opportunity for me to thank him personally, to thank my Imam!' International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma m the University of Wales by His Theta Tau International, for "leadership in yal Highness Charles, Prince of He then turned down the visor and showed me the Aga Khan's promoting global health and welfare and for his ales, the University's Chancellor, for picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I see you, I will thank compassionate support of nursing research in ronage of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fateh Ali Judhanis of developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) earch throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of all faiths.... e citation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of ys tribute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) manitarian tradition" for his "work that diminished poverty, unemployment and orance." It also notes that "his many itutions ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 ife of millions of people in the developing 2002 rld of Africa and Asia," and have "a USA KYRGYZSTAN tchless record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Brown University ong the poorer people of our world." (Providence). In his laudatory address, University President Receives an Honorary Professorship Vartan Gregorian says: at the University of Osh. "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's centuries old tradition of service to your people and stewardship of a faith that emphasises compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of all humanity. Following the noble example set by your grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedicated yourself to international service.... orary Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the growth and Dec 8, 200 Nov 28, 2000 2003 d with a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved the well-being of BAHRAIN Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we honour you, your family, USA MALI and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to all human kind." Decorated Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Clas Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of

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medal the , "The Aga Aug 13, 2007 turalism, KENYA those we rg.) Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.) re Award, k in Dec 1, 2007

livers the UNITED KINGDOM t, peace- sador Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international together, magazine for collectors. The Editor notes that "the Aga Khan's d religious vision for the future of our cities is firmly focussed on the repair r a and enhancement of existing buildings, something that urban t makes planning visionaries in the developed world still neglect." .)

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IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and r pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support n the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should a gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.) Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009

Dec 19, 2005 Apr 23, 2008 PORTUGAL MALI Decorated with the Gra-Gruz de Cristo (Grand Cross of the Military Order of Christ), one of Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of Portugal's highest honours, for outstanding service the National Order of Mali, the Republic of to the country. Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.) Speaking of the work of the AKDN in Portugal, His Excellency the President of Portugal says: "A distinguishing feature of all these activities is the fact Jun 5, 2008 that they follow a coherent, enlightened strategy of sustainable development, perfected in many years of USA field experience, based on a commitment to people -- Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard to their intelligence, to their will and to their enterprising University. spirit -- and designed to make the beneficiaries of these activities their owners and leaders."

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Jun 15, 2006 Inducted as Foreign Associate Member of the Kenzo Tange, chair of France's Académie des Beaux Arts. EGYPT onorary Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of umane Letters Humane Letters by the American Oct 29, 2008 an University University in Cairo. University citation the President David Arnold says that His KAZAKHSTAN ses His Highness the Aga Khan has "worked Aga Khan as tirelessly throughout his life to better the Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of hropist standing lives of people around the world." Kazakhstan. a network of ns focused on f the world, -Muslim alike." 2009 KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat"). Feb 12, 2006

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Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material May 8, 2009 and spiritual service to humanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, social cultural and educational assistance" through AKDN and "creating PORTUGAL social, cultural and educational assistance through AKDN, and creating PORTUGAL bonds and promoting dialogue between civilisations and cultures, namely Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by between the East and the West." Lisbon's Academy of Sciences. In a ceremony presided over by His Excellency the President of Portugal and other dignitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as "unbreakably guided by the defence of human dignity that is available equally to all, without distinction as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and May 28, 2009 as "an international personality of the highest importance." FRANCE Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

, 2005 Jun 9, 2009 ADA CANADA ented with a key to Ottawa. to akdn.org.) Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta.

Dec 17, 2009 05 Jul 11, 2007 - Dec 13, 2008 FRANCE A His Highness the Aga Khan's Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de Honorary Citizen Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Salaam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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TUTZING, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN PARIS, FRANCE ensions in "When people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two implications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of nced more these days, about an which I would underscore today. First, it reminds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of r 'peaceful' inevitable 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest rn societies Civilisations' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of interacting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a by short world, what they often forces must come together if development is truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly osed in the mean, I fear, is an take root -- and to take off. defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is I will inevitable 'Clash of clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single is that Religions.' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and al issues that use different environment is still only an enabling condition -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. ersistently, terminology altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress must grow m, if we are The essential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular d outcomes." as I see it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided and civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our between the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be ga Khan world and the West is reinforced.... f German "What a sound enabling environment must do is to 'A Clash of Ignorance.' create a favourable framework in which human creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately And what I would can flourish." 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a prescribe -- as an turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in essential first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green a concentrated The Enabling Environment Conference bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and educational effort." buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. Feb 12, 2006 -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Tutzing "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The RA, PORTUGAL Evangelical Academy first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be upon receiving the Jul 4, 2007 made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share e to a new set of Tolerance Award of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental w relativism, self- AIGLEMONT, FRANCE feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely ch for justice and benefit the population of the country where it has been made." for tolerance and "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis of poverty, a concept which is still poorly understood.... mperatives which -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a societal on a daily basis.... Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award phenomenon, characterised by a lack of access ch can be shared characterised by a lack of access to protection, to l moral outlook." security, to healthcare or to education." and Symposium -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Interview Oct 4, 2005

SCOTLAND Awarded the Carnegie Medal for Philanthropy. On presenting the m former President of Ireland says, Khan's values of pluralism, multicult and strengthening civil society, are must all emulate." (Photo akdn.or

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GERMANY Presented with the Die Quadriga Prize, the United We Car in recognition of His Highness the Aga Khan's life's work helping people in the poorest regions of the world. The President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, de laudatory address, praising the Aga Khan as a humanist builder, democrat, philanthropist and "esteemed ambass between civilisations." He adds that: "While bringing people His Highness is striving not to diminish or remove cultural an differences, but to promote their acceptance and to work for harmonious diversity. It is this belief in an inclusive world that him an inspirational leader of our time." (Photo simerg.com

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CANADA Invested as an Honorary Companion of the Order of Canada, Canada's highest formal civilian tribute. The citation states that, "His Highness the Aga Khan has devoted his life to protecting the environment and alleviating human suffering due to poverty." Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, says of His Highness the Aga Khan: "I have been deeply impressed that you have been able to bring to everything you do, a generosity, importantly, a curiosity, an intelligence and above all, a deep compassion for other human beings." (Photo: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) Sep 22, 1998 May 20, 2006 Oct 25, 1996 TAJIKISTAN GERMANY USA Decorated with the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's Presented with the Tolerance Award from the Evangelical Aca Presented with the Hadrian Award of the World Monument highest civilian award. (Photo simerg.com.) award citation the Academy says, "[His Highness the Aga Kha Fund for 1996. pluralism, and valuing and protecting the diversity of cultures, nat Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the ceremony, says the the world are essential for ensuring peace." award is "to recognise the profound achievements of a man of During his laudatory address, the German Minister of Forei deep learning and vision," a man with "an exalted position and an exceptional man, we honour a huge friend of humankind, we great power because of who he is." visionary and we honour a person building bridges between societ David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the Aga Khan is a man democratic progress, as someone wishing to bring about sustaina of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the pleasure of knowing A man who shows us a face of Islam that many of us do not kn him for almost forty years." do not want to know: an Islam that is open, tolerant and willing t Islam that is not in conflict with free, democratic and pluralistic s And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Museum of Modern Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga Khan with the 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments Fund honours a man who has devoted his life to preserving and improving our built environment. He has done this with vision, passion, and intelligence. The results are part of his legacy to the cultural heritage of our world." (Photo simerg.com.) Jan 25, 2005 USA Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Scully Prize in recognition of Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting excellence in design, urban and rural revitalisation, and historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's efforts, the Museum noted, have PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of understanding between Western and Islamic cultures." Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank, says Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one person who stands out in my mind as human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action.... His work in health is legendary as May 26, 1996 different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which distinguishes him ... [I]t is the extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great depth of real feeling for real people USA wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy man. He is the leader of his faith. He's His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Baccalaureate a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something that all too often we tend to forget address at Brown University, (Providence), the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a culture from which we can all learn." do so in its 232 year history. In his introductory remarks, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 232nd baccalaureate speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV is the first Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's history and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 Jun 25, 2005 in the history of the entire Ivy League and all American universities. He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that links the three great CANADA LEBANON monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University Awarded an Ho "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, only ten days ago, of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education in Doctorate of Hu while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, noting my accent -- recognition of outstanding contributions to community by the America which I did not know I had one by the way -- inquired about my service, higher education and philanthropy. of Beirut. In its University prais place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly familiar with the Highness the A Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I owe to him -- my SWEDEN "an avid philanth M spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And you know,' he at the head of a Awarded the Archon Award from the service institution orary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. I wish there was an International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma the have-nots of ity of Wales by His opportunity for me to thank him personally, to thank my Imam!' Theta Tau International, for "leadership in Muslim and non- Charles, Prince of He then turned down the visor and showed me the Aga Khan's promoting global health and welfare and for his rsity's Chancellor, for picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I see you, I will thank compassionate support of nursing research in cation and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fateh Ali Judhanis of developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) out the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of all faiths.... s that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) tion" for his "work that verty, unemployment and notes that "his many transformed the quality May 27, 1996 f people in the developing 2002 d Asia," and have "a USA KYRGYZSTAN of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Brown University Apr 7, 2005 people of our world." Receives an Honorary Professorship (Providence). In his laudatory address, University President NORWAY Vartan Gregorian says: at the University of Osh. Addresses the Nobel Institute at "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's centuries old the invitation of the Government tradition of service to your people and stewardship of a faith that of Norway. (Photo akdn.org.) emphasises compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of all humanity. Following the noble example set by your grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedicated yourself to international service.... Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the growth and Dec 8, 2003 Nov 28, 2000 2003 Jun 6, o the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved the well-being of BAHRAIN Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we honour you, your family, USA MALI CAN and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to all human kind." Decorated with the Order of Bahrain Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Class) by His Majesty King Prese Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of Bahrain. (Phot

May 11, 1994 Dec 31, 2003 USA Oct 10, 1998 2001 2002 Mar 19, 200 Dec 17, 1996 UNITED KINGDOM His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the SPAIN FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN TANZANIA commencement address at the Massachusetts PORTUGAL Made a Knight Commander of the British Institute of Technology (Cambridge), the first Presented with the Granada de Oro Awarded an Insignia of Honour by the Decorated with the State Empire (KBE) by Her Majesty Queen Made an H Muslim to do so in its 130 year history. Presented with a key to Lisbon. (Gold Medal of the City of Granada). International Union of Architects. Award for Peace and Progress. Elizabeth II of Great Britain. of Dar es

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CAMBRIDGE, USA CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS NEW DELHI, INDIA BERLIN, GERMANY Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long "The communications revolution means either a growing "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as "Tolerance, openness and "I look at escalating te s of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and understanding towards other the world, I am convin as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance peoples' cultures, social than ever that neither services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spirit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate structures, values and faiths nor 'productive' moder t to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to are now essential to the very will ever be achieved b nding on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the without the strong and effective leadership of the information media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... survival of an interdependent term responses compo 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has world. Pluralism is no longer midst of crisis. What I site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encounter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, simply an asset or a propose to you today seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement towers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated prerequisite for progress and there are fundamenta the ethic of strength.... above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly different, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that development, it is vital to our must be addressed pe nstitution with understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, existence." and over the long term f, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure to achieve the desired -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and -- His Highness the Aga Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative Khan, Ceremony to -- His Highness The A ountries on the path that each has taken to that point. These across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." Inaugurate the Restored Annual Conference of are not stochastic processes. The subjects have themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... Humayun's Tomb Gardens Ambassadors ccess to -- His Highness the Aga Khan, an histories. The encounter has complexity and rich dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspapers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development d villages in broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agencies Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- which serve them and the organisations which support them. For ound per centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understanding ailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become more Jan 30, 2002 me now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its wake. Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, the TORONTO, CANADA red over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to EVO press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it can he highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge ckage of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. "How, in an increasingly cynical time, can we inspire people in the Western world and you say within the general aspirations -- reaching beyond rampant materialism, the new duction and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about serving individualism, and resurgent tribalism. The searc now reaching have been as successful as it is important." amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary security, the struggle for equality of opportunity, the quest f establish, and can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press can -- His Highness the Aga Khan, education? Does anybody know the names of the great harmony, the pursuit of human dignity -- these are moral im res." exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and studious Massachusetts Institute of Technology philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they we must work and think about o press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate them, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions "What I am calling for, in sum, is an ethical sensibility whic and to help explain them to others." against such a vacuum in knowledge." across denominational lines and which can foster a universal -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Evora Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference

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CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Nov 25, 1986 McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du is unique in the world today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al between North and South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King leadership is beyond politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) religion. In a world torn by division, hostility, war and fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining beacon of inspiration and of hard-headed accomplishment in improving the lot of humankind, in elevating the quality of civilised life and in uplifting all peoples of ANISATION the world to cherish the brotherhood of man." (Photo simerg.com.) d Mercury Ad Personam standing role in promoting tion, exchange of xperience," and for nd economic progress." Nov 1985 Oct 26, 1988

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CANADA 1991 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by FRANCE McMaster University (Hamilton). Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver Mar 16, 1983 The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure de France. PAKISTAN praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and responsible leadership in the advancement of the Aga Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to health On the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, His Nov 30, 1993 care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster Excellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary UNITED KINGDO the Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan, but to the 1991 efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions whole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan University Awarded an Hono and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging will prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the great UNITED KINGDOM from the Universi the underdeveloped and the highly developed name of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the Islamic Royal Highness C worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the world -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.) Royal Institute of British Architects. Wales, the Unive patronage of edu research througho The citation note pays tribute to "a Mar 23, 1983 humanitarian tradit has diminished pov PAKISTAN Oct 11, 1989 1992 ignorance." It also UNITED KINGDOM Decorated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil award. UNITED KINGDOM USA institutions ... have of life of millions of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Honorary Member of The citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan have followed world of Africa and with profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense of Literature in Education from the University the American Institute of Architects. of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal matchless record o commitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promoting social among the poorer and economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of and indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributions to the the University. furtherance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a noble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 differences dividing the East and West." Sep 21, 1992 (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN UZBEKISTAN Apr 13, 1984 Named Huesped de Honor De Nov 2, 1982 Granada (Guest of Honour of Made an Honorary Citizen of USA SENEGAL Granada) at inauguration of the and presented with a key to Awarded the University of Virginia's historic 14th Century Zafra House. Decorated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 L'Ordre National Du Lion (Grand Officer in Architecture, the first time it has been of the National Order of the Lion). awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 Nov 22, 1991 sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE SPAIN culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Order His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain.

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN NEW YORK, USA KARACHI, PAKISTAN LONDON, UK LONDON, UK holars reached pinnacles of achievement in "I'm less hypnotised by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man and Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in "Experiences with the Aga Khan Health S phy, physics, philosophy, mathematics and States'] material wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in Education Services show that ... principles n medicine. The great British scientist Isaac wealth of knowledge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enforce that developing countries -- an environment that will help governance apply to the voluntary sector that if he was able to see further than his represents, without any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become private enterprise. Health and education was because he stood on the shoulders of mind, the greatest intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted academic more productive for the benefit of the larger offered in areas where Ismailis reside but ose giants who made possible the scientific knowledge on the face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. However, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done in the area, regardless of religion. Depen were Ibn Sina, whose 'Canon of Medicine' that is an exhilarating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. site, the population served ranges from 9 rd text for five hundred years; al-Idrisi, the perhaps not perceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Regardless of the ushd, the philosopher, and a host of other much as by non-Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World services rely heavily on volunteers, from s ts who had produced the notion of specific revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and professionals to young people moved by clid's theories, perfected geometry, evolved -- His Highness the Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria helping others. By building locally based in d algebra, and made modern mathematics Life Magazine Interview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning volunteer directors and professional staff, ng Indian numerals and the concept of the is a role for a modern Islamic University which can draw to look carefully at ways in which local private Khan Network will ensure that by 1995 - zero as a numeral of no place value... inspiration from the Faith and from the past in addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan before the World Health Organisation's ' the opportunities of the future. Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation by the year 2000' -- all Ismailis living in c aggeration to say that the original Christian Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next where the network operates will have ac Latin West, at Paris, Bologna and Oxford, "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study nature and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure primary health care. This includes all urba uropean renaissance, received a vital influx the physical world around us gave the original impetus to long-term support for innovative health and education communities as well as the most isolated from Islam -- an influx from which the later scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of interventions that contribute to the vitality of the Hunza and Chitral, Gujarat and Andhra P s and universities, including those of North knowledge between institutions and nations and the voluntary sector in Kenya.... Providing this access a has cost of one po Africa, were to benefit in turn.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essentially person per year for Ismailis and non-Isma Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of intellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the belief, knowledge is two-fold. There is that enquiry and this freedom does not mean that knowledge "The Aga Khan Rural Support Programm gh the Holy Prophet (s.a.s.) and that which advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is indeed to support strong private institutions that can reaches nearly one million people scatter rtue of his own intellect. Nor do these two itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illustrate this area the size of Ireland, dominated by th adiction, provided man remembers that his contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learning better country." mountains in the world. It provides a pac the creation of God. Without this humility, than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, the organisation and services to improve prod ible. With it, there are no barriers. Indeed, philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, incomes.... The village organisations are n m has always lain in its belief that creation Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition out to protect their environment, and to ontinuous, that through scientific and other Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" largely pay for schools and medical centr od has opened and continues to open new for us to see the marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan University Inauguration Royal Society for Asian Affairs -- His Highness the Aga Khan, of the Charter of the Aga Khan University ded to n IV

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PAKISTAN Apr 7, 1982 Receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from NON-STATE ORGA Peshawar University for his generosity and Receives the Gold dedication towards all Muslims. (Photo: Ismailia Award for his "outs Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). economic co-operat "No one that I know of can with greater justification technologies and ex claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga "renewing social an Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

Oct 24, 1980

Nov 20, 1966 Feb 6, 1970 PAKISTAN COMOROS PAKISTAN Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, and presented with a key to the city. Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his patronage of arts, education and learning, and in recognition of his love, sympathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and his generosity", and other contributions. Feb 15, 1981 Praising His Highness the Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, says, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His PAKISTAN Royal Highness has shown that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity and statesmanship which are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the Inducted as an Honorary Member of the fast-changing and kaleidoscopic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter. Nov 15, 1966 Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has not only guided the socio-economic activities of his own MALAGASY REPUBLIC MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rendered immense material assistance in the economic development of new and young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, Presented with a key to Majunga. Decorated with the Grand Cross of the prosperity and stability of the people of those countries." (Photo simerg.com.) National Order of Malagasy Republic, Feb 15, 1981 Madagascar's highest honour. PAKISTAN Presented with a key to Karachi. Dec 8, 1977

ITALY Aug 5, 1965 1967 Decorated with the Order of the Knight of the Grand Feb 1970 Mar 7, 1981 UPPER VOLTA IRAN Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally reserved for PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His Highness the KENYA Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the development of Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the National (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Aga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of Order), Upper Volta's highest national title. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour. the Town of Kisumu.

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN NAIROBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN KARACHI, PAKISTAN ISTANBUL, TURKEY "The tapestry of Islamic "[Industrial Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim sch history is studded with jewels Services (IPS)] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geograp of civilisation; these jewels more of my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in poured forth their light and time and thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked t beauty; great statesmen, practically every other both from the Government and the private sector.... wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it w great philosophers, great business activity individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among tho doctors, great astronomers; connected with developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe but these individuals, these countries. The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standar precious stones were worked the matter is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become the target of ridicule.... geographer; Ibn R into a tapestry, whose which lies behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientist dominant theme was Islam, whole concept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euc and this theme remained the idea of partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and dominant regardless of the progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developin swallowing up of foreign development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the lands, foreign cultures, -- His Highness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic Awards will be open not only to designers, but foreign languages and Khan, Opening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one answer may not be found.... also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exa foreign people." Industrial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Services (IPS) Building, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole Eu -- His Highness the Aga -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon guideline that we require to resolve the problem as people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge fr Khan, Rotary Club successfully as our human minds and intellects can their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, will go only to projects that have been tried generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for and proven over a number of years. How Feb 6, 1970 the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic b friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed throug Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by vir solutions for problems which could not be solved by involve any contra "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the to live or work in them? Heralding a venture PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself world in concept, in design, in finish and even in concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, no balance is possi "The day we no longer have the time nor the faith to bow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam human soul ... is no longer of sufficient importance to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and is not static but co despair." "What has been called the permissive society where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, excellence in any architecture intended for the dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." Islamic environment." endeavours, Go matters, nothing is sacred or private any more, is not a promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done windows f and upright new world. This fearful chase after material ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, by peace of mind, by conscience, by moral values, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." Presidential Address at the International Seerat Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar Conference On the acceptance -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind Awards and Honours Accord His Highness The Aga Khan

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HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN IV -- JEUNE AFRIQUE INTERVIEW, 2

ABOUT HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN AWARDS AND HONOU

His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1) Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) CÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EGYPT (1) Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, GERMANY (2) particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) IRAN (2) some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) North America and Western Europe.... ITALY (3) The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2) compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2) LEBANON (1) right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: 1 could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND STATE HONO contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOURS: the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the HONORARY DOCTORAT HONORARY DOCTORAT patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... PROFESSIONAL AWARDS In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONOURS: Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRAHIM / TIMELIN Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISION DATE: 24.JA Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

Aug 12, 1957

ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

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NAIROBI, KENYA KARACHI, PAKISTAN MANILLA, PHILIPPINES "[R]emember, above all how important it "Throughout history, when the "Let us, therefore, put our backs is to encourage and promote good great empires broke up, to the wheel and show the state relations among the different races who whether it be the fall of the in which we live that we are live here together. Roman or Byzantine empires, determined to become first class or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens, nay leaders, not for the "Let me give you a practical example -- that the youth had lost its futile glory of leadership but to behind, you can see the structure of a dynamism, its personality and help this country become a better great new hospital which is almost its imagination." place in which to live and ensure completed. It will be one of the best that, even if we cannot reap the equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of our labour, our children will it has been paid for by the Ismaili Karachi University be born to brighter horizons." community and half by the government. It will be, like our schools, available to all -- His Highness the Aga Khan, races. I hope that this will be only one of Inauguration of the Mindanao many other ventures in which the spirit of State University partnership will always prevail." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Takht Nashini Ceremony US LETTER PAPER 92% OF ORIGINAL SIZE 35 PAGES: 92 - 126 Jul 11, 2007 to Dec 13, 2008

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TED KINGDOM ner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at Savoy in London. The award recognizes a me's contribution to the sport of horse racing.

Aug 13, 2007

KENYA Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.)

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Jun 12, 2009

UNITED KINGDOM norary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of tation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of lerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am moting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and ersity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should ent to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) usa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman ing and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." .)

Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009 CANADA Made an Honorary Citizen of Canada by unanimous approval of the House of Commons. His Highness the Aga Khan is only the fifth person to receive this honour. The motion describes the Aga Khan as "a beacon of humanitarianism, pluralism and tolerance throughout the world." The Prime Minister of Canada adds that the Aga Khan is "a great partner and long-time friend of Canada, and a great benefactor to humanity." (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 11, 2008

USA Presented with a key to Austin. (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 23, 2008

MALI z de Cristo (Grand of Christ), one of Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of for outstanding service the National Order of Mali, the Republic of Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.)

AKDN in Portugal, His Portugal says: "A ese activities is the fact Jun 5, 2008 nlightened strategy of ected in many years of USA ommitment to people -- Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard ll and to their enterprising University. the beneficiaries of these ders."

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an Honorary Doctorate of etters by the American Oct 29, 2008 in Cairo. University David Arnold says that His KAZAKHSTAN the Aga Khan has "worked h t hi lif t b tt th Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of roughout his life to better the Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of ple around the world." Kazakhstan.

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KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat").

Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material May 8, 2009 umanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, tional assistance" through AKDN, and "creating PORTUGAL logue between civilisations and cultures, namely Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by e West." Lisbon's Academy of Sciences. d over by His Excellency the President of nitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as he defence of human dignity that is available equally as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and May 28, 2009 onality of the highest importance." FRANCE Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

Jun 9, 2009

CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta.

Dec 17, 2009

Jul 11, 2007 - Dec 13, 2008 FRANCE

His Highness the Aga Khan's Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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G, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN PARIS, FRANCE people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two implications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of ys, about an which I would underscore today. First, it reminds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of e 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest ons' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of interacting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a hat they often forces must come together if development is truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly fear, is an take root -- and to take off. defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is e 'Clash of clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single .' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and erent environment is still only an enabling condition -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. ogy altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress must grow ential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided and civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be reinforced.... d the West is "What a sound enabling environment must do is to of Ignorance.' create a favourable framework in which human creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately t I would can flourish." 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a e -- as an turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green ntrated The Enabling Environment Conference bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and nal effort." buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a ghness the profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. n, Tutzing "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The cal Academy first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be ceiving the Jul 4, 2007 made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share e Award of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental AIGLEMONT, FRANCE feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis of benefit the population of the country where it has been made." poverty, a concept which is still poorly understood.... -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a societal Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award phenomenon, characterised by a lack of access characterised by a lack of access to protection, to security, to healthcare or to education." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Interview Nov

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IRELAND Jun 6, 2005 Awarded an Hon CANADA Ireland. In his cit Invested as an Honorary Companion of the Order of Canada, Canada's "His Highness is t highest formal civilian tribute. The citation states that, "His Highness honoured in the h the Aga Khan has devoted his life to protecting the environment and understanding, tol alleviating human suffering due to poverty." of the world. For f of reason in prom Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor pluralism and dive General of Canada, says of His Highness the Aga Khan: "I have been the promotion of deeply impressed that you have been able to bring to everything you do, a gentlemen, I prese generosity, importantly, a curiosity, an intelligence and above all, a deep Laws, Honoris Cau compassion for other human beings." (Photo: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) and man of learni (Photo akdn.org May 20, 2006

GERMANY the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's Presented with the Tolerance Award from the Evangelical Academy of Tutzing. In its award. (Photo simerg.com.) award citation the Academy says, "[His Highness the Aga Khan] believes that respect for pluralism, and valuing and protecting the diversity of cultures, nationalities and religions around the world are essential for ensuring peace." During his laudatory address, the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, says: "We honour an exceptional man, we honour a huge friend of humankind, we honour a courageous visionary and we honour a person building bridges between societies ... [who is a] fortress for democratic progress, as someone wishing to bring about sustainable, pluralistic, civil societies.... A man who shows us a face of Islam that many of us do not know and sadly all too often we do not want to know: an Islam that is open, tolerant and willing to engage in dialogue. An Islam that is not in conflict with free, democratic and pluralistic societies." (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 19, 2005 Jan 25, 2005 PORTUGAL USA Decorated with the Gra-Gruz Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Scully Prize in recognition of Cross of the Military Order contributions to promoting excellence in design, urban and rural revitalisation, and Portugal's highest honours, historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's efforts, the Museum noted, have to the country. "helped bridge the gap of understanding between Western and Islamic cultures." Speaking of the work of the ent Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank, says Excellency the President of f Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one person who stands out in my mind as distinguishing feature of all the and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action.... His work in health is legendary as that they follow a coherent, en world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which distinguishes him ... [I]t is the sustainable development, perfe extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great depth of real feeling for real people field experience, based on a co wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy man. He is the leader of his faith. He's to their intelligence, to their wil a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something that all too often we tend to forget spirit -- and designed to make these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a culture from which we can all learn." activities their owners and lead

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CANADA LEBANON EGYPT Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University Awarded an Honorary Awarded a of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education in Doctorate of Humane Letters Humane Le recognition of outstanding contributions to community by the American University University service, higher education and philanthropy. of Beirut. In its citation the President University praises His Highness t Jun 7, 2001 Hi h th A Kh ti l l th J Highness the Aga Khan as tirelessly th SWEDEN "an avid philanthropist standing lives of peo at the head of a network of Awarded the Archon Award from the service institutions focused on International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma the have-nots of the world, Theta Tau International, for "leadership in Muslim and non-Muslim alike." promoting global health and welfare and for his compassionate support of nursing research in developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) Feb 12, 2006

PORTUGAL Awarded an Honorary D and spiritual service to hu social, cultural and educat 2002 bonds and promoting dial between the East and th KYRGYZSTAN Apr 7, 2005 In a ceremony presided Receives an Honorary Professorship Portugal and other dign NORWAY at the University of Osh. "unbreakably guided by th Addresses the Nobel Institute at to all, without distinction a the invitation of the Government as "an international perso of Norway. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 8, 2003 Nov 28, 2000 2003 Jun 6, 2005 BAHRAIN USA MALI CANADA Decorated with the Order of Bahrain Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Class) by His Majesty King Presented with a key to Ottawa. Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of Bahrain. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 31, 2003 2001 2002 Mar 19, 2005 UNITED KINGDOM FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN TANZANIA Made a Knight Commander of the British Awarded an Insignia of Honour by the Decorated with the State Empire (KBE) by Her Majesty Queen Made an Honorary Citizen International Union of Architects. Award for Peace and Progress. Elizabeth II of Great Britain. of Dar es Salaam

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AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS NEW DELHI, INDIA BERLIN, GERMANY TUTZIN "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as "Tolerance, openness and "I look at escalating tensions in "When p or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and understanding towards other the world, I am convinced more these day the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance peoples' cultures, social than ever that neither 'peaceful' inevitable rit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate structures, values and faiths nor 'productive' modern societies Civilisatio world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to are now essential to the very will ever be achieved by short world, wh media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... survival of an interdependent term responses composed in the mean, I f world. Pluralism is no longer midst of crisis. What I will inevitable unter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, simply an asset or a propose to you today is that Religions. owers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated prerequisite for progress and there are fundamental issues that use diffe nt, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that development, it is vital to our must be addressed persistently, terminolo more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, existence." and over the long term, if we are The esse health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure to achieve the desired outcomes." as I see i development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and -- His Highness the Aga between learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative Khan, Ceremony to -- His Highness The Aga Khan world an development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." Inaugurate the Restored Annual Conference of German 'A Clash Humayun's Tomb Gardens Ambassadors -- His Highness the Aga Khan, And wha ers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development prescribe cies essential or a concen nding education ore Jan 30, 2002 Feb 12, 2006 -- His Hig wake. Aga Khan f the TORONTO, CANADA EVORA, PORTUGAL Evangelic an "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge upon rec "How, in an increasingly cynical time, can we inspire people to a new set of Tolerance in the Western world and you say within the general aspirations -- reaching beyond rampant materialism, the new relativism, self- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about serving individualism, and resurgent tribalism. The search for justice and media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary security, the struggle for equality of opportunity, the quest for tolerance and s can education? Does anybody know the names of the great harmony, the pursuit of human dignity -- these are moral imperatives which dious philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they we must work and think about on a daily basis.... ves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is hem, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions "What I am calling for, in sum, is an ethical sensibility which can be shared against such a vacuum in knowledge." across denominational lines and which can foster a universal moral outlook." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Evora and Symposium e

Sep 22, 1998 Oct 25, 1996 TAJIKISTAN USA Decorated with Presented with the Hadrian Award of the World Monument highest civilian a Fund for 1996. Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the ceremony, says the award is "to recognise the profound achievements of a man of deep learning and vision," a man with "an exalted position and great power because of who he is." David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the Aga Khan is a man of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the pleasure of knowing him for almost forty years." And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Museum of Modern Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga Khan with the 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments Fund honours a man who has devoted his life to preserving and improving our built environment. He has done this with vision, passion, and intelligence. The results are part of his legacy to the cultural heritage of our world." (Photo simerg.com.)

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PORTUGAL Decorated by Presid Cross of the Order of human understanding May 26, 1996 different areas of the USA His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Baccalaureate address at Brown University, (Providence), the first Muslim to do so in its 232 year history. In his introductory remarks, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 232nd baccalaureate speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV is the first Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's history and I dare to say in the history of the entire Ivy League and all American universities. He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that links the three great aille d' Argent (Silver monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. demie d'Architecure "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, only ten days ago, while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, noting my accent -- which I did not know I had one by the way -- inquired about my place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, he asked me if I was Nov 30, 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly familiar with the Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I owe to him -- my UNITED KINGDOM spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And you know,' he Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. I wish there was an M from the University of Wales by His opportunity for me to thank him personally, to thank my Imam!' He then turned down the visor and showed me the Aga Khan's norary Fellow of the Royal Highness Charles, Prince of picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I see you, I will thank British Architects. Wales, the University's Chancellor, for patronage of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fateh Ali Judhanis of research throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of all faiths.... The citation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of pays tribute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) humanitarian tradition" for his "work that has diminished poverty, unemployment and ignorance." It also notes that "his many institutions ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 of life of millions of people in the developing norary Member of world of Africa and Asia," and have "a USA tute of Architects. matchless record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Brown University among the poorer people of our world." (Providence). In his laudatory address, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's centuries old tradition of service to your people and stewardship of a faith that emphasises compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity Sep 21, 1992 of all humanity. Following the noble example set by your grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedicated yourself to UZBEKISTAN international service.... onor De nour of Made an Honorary Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the growth and on of the and presented with a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved the well-being of Zafra House. Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we honour you, your family, and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to all human kind."

Nov 22, 1991 May 11, 1994 SPAIN USA Decorated with the Gran Gruz De Oct 10, 1998 Dec 17, 1996 Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Order His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the SPAIN of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most commencement address at the Massachusetts PORTUGAL important civil decorations, by His Institute of Technology (Cambridge), the first Presented with the Granada de Oro Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain. Muslim to do so in its 130 year history. Presented with a key to Lisbon. (Gold Medal of the City of Granada).

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LONDON, UK CAMBRIDGE, USA CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA "Experiences with the Aga Khan Health Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long "The communications revolution means either a growing Education Services show that ... principles of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, governance apply to the voluntary sector as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of t private enterprise. Health and education services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spir offered in areas where Ismailis reside but to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our w in the area, regardless of religion. Depending on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the without the strong and effective leadership of the information m site, the population served ranges from 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Regardless of the site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encou services rely heavily on volunteers, from seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement to professionals to young people moved by the ethic of strength.... above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly differen helping others. By building locally based institution with understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much m volunteer directors and professional staff, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is Khan Network will ensure that by 1995 -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep before the World Health Organisation's 'Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to by the year 2000' -- all Ismailis living in countries on the path that each has taken to that point. These across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see where the network operates will have access to are not stochastic processes. The subjects have themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... primary health care. This includes all urban histories. The encounter has complexity and rich dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspape communities as well as the most isolated villages in broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agenc Hunza and Chitral, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- which serve them and the organisations which support them. Fo Providing this access a has cost of one pound per centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understa person per year for Ismailis and non-Ismailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become mo "The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its w reaches nearly one million people scattered over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, area the size of Ireland, dominated by the highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it ca mountains in the world. It provides a package of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. organisation and services to improve production and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- incomes.... The village organisations are now reaching have been as successful as it is important." amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the m out to protect their environment, and to establish, and can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press largely pay for schools and medical centres." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Massachusetts Institute of Technology exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and stud -- His Highness the Aga Khan, press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serv Royal Society for Asian Affairs distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate th and to help explain them to others." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference

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ddress, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du rld today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al d South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King d politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) torn by division, hostility, war and ocaust, he is a shining beacon of ard-headed accomplishment in f humankind, in elevating the fe and in uplifting all peoples of h the brotherhood of man." m.)

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CANADA 1991 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by FRANCE McMaster University (Hamilton). Awarded the Meda The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, Medal) of the Acad praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and de France. responsible leadership in the advancement of the tatus of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the id l f d i hi j ib i h l h ideal of education; his major contribution to health University Charter, His care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster he valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary he people of Pakistan, but to the 1991 efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions e, that The Aga Khan University and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging t only immortalise the great UNITED KINGDOM the underdeveloped and the highly developed t in Pakistan and the Islamic worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) Inducted as an Hon Royal Institute of B

Oct 11, 1989 1992 an's highest civil award. UNITED KINGDOM USA rnment of Pakistan have followed Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Hon ion and deep sense of Literature in Education from the University the American Instit n engaged in promoting social of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal he Islamic Ummah as a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of outstanding contributions to the the University. e a fitting continuation of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a r illustrious family." "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 differences dividing the East and West." (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN Apr 13, 1984 Named Huesped de Ho Granada (Guest of Hon USA Granada) at inaugurati Awarded the University of Virginia's historic 14th Century Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 in Architecture, the first time it has been awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour.

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NEW YORK, USA KARACHI, PAKISTAN LONDON, UK "I'm less hypnotised by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man and Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in States'] material wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in wealth of knowledge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enforce that developing countries -- an environment that will help represents, without any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become mind, the greatest intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted academic more productive for the benefit of the larger knowledge on the face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. However, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done that is an exhilarating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. perhaps not perceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference much as by non-Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and -- His Highness the Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria Life Magazine Interview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning is a role for a modern Islamic University which can draw to look carefully at ways in which local private inspiration from the Faith and from the past in addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan the opportunities of the future. Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study nature and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure the physical world around us gave the original impetus to long-term support for innovative health and education scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of interventions that contribute to the vitality of the knowledge between institutions and nations and the voluntary sector in Kenya.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essentially Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of intellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the enquiry and this freedom does not mean that knowledge advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is indeed to support strong private institutions that can itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illustrate this contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learning better country." than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, the philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan University Inauguration

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CANADA Awarded an Hono McGill University. In his laudatory ad chancellor says: "T is unique in the wor between North and leadership is beyond religion. In a world t fear of nuclear holo inspiration and of ha improving the lot of Apr 7, 1982 quality of civilised lif NON-STATE ORGANISATION the world to cherish (Photo simerg.com Receives the Gold Mercury Ad Personam Award for his "outstanding role in promoting economic co-operation, exchange of technologies and experience," and for "renewing social and economic progress."

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PAKISTAN Aga Khan Medical College is accorded the st On the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan Excellency the President of Pakistan says, "Th the Aga Khan family are known not only to us, th whole world," and "I can say with full confidence an-i-Imtiaz (Sign of will prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not hird highest honour. name of the Aga Khan, but also spread new ligh world -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.)

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PAKISTAN PAKISTAN Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, Decorated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakista and presented with a key to the city. octorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in The citation states: "The people and the Gover t his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in with profound admiration and interest the devoti s patronage of arts, education and learning, and in commitment with which Your Highness has been mpathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of th other contributions. and indeed of the entire developing world. Your o Feb 15, 1981 furtherance of these worthy objectives constitute e Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed noble traditions of service and humanism of your ays, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His PAKISTAN that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the Inducted as an Honorary Member of the copic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter. t only guided the socio-economic activities of his own dered immense material assistance in the economic Nov 2, 1982 young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, the people of those countries." SENEGAL Feb 15, 1981 Decorated with the Grand Officier, L'Ordre National Du Lion (Grand Officer PAKISTAN of the National Order of the Lion). Presented with a key to Karachi. Dec 8, 1977

ITALY Decorated with the Order of the Knight of the Grand Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally reserved for Mar 7, 1981 Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 heads of state, in recognition of His Highness the KENYA Aga Khan's contributions to the development of His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Aga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the the first Muslim to receive the honour. the Town of Kisumu. Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims.

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN ISTANBUL, TURKEY KARACHI, PAKISTAN "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim scholars reached pinnacles of achievement in pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geography, physics, philosophy, mathematics and behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in medicine. The great British scientist Isaac they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked that if he was able to see further than his wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it was because he stood on the shoulders of individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among those giants who made possible the scientific soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe were Ibn Sina, whose 'Canon of Medicine' is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standard text for five hundred years; al-Idrisi, the the target of ridicule.... geographer; Ibn Rushd, the philosopher, and a host of other "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientists who had produced the notion of specific "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euclid's theories, perfected geometry, evolved in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and algebra, and made modern mathematics should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developing Indian numerals and the concept of the world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the zero as a numeral of no place value... and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic Awards will be open not only to designers, but answer may not be found.... also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exaggeration to say that the original Christian who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Latin West, at Paris, Bologna and Oxford, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole European renaissance, received a vital influx guideline that we require to resolve the problem as people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge from Islam -- an influx from which the later successfully as our human minds and intellects can their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges and universities, including those of North visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, will go only to projects that have been tried Africa, were to benefit in turn.... generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for and proven over a number of years. How the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic belief, knowledge is two-fold. There is that friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed through the Holy Prophet (s.a.s.) and that which victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by virtue of his own intellect. Nor do these two solutions for problems which could not be solved by to live or work in them? Heralding a venture involve any contradiction, provided man remembers that his traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself the creation of God. Without this humility, concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not no balance is possible. With it, there are no barriers. Indeed, correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam has always lain in its belief that creation enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and excellence in any architecture intended for the is not static but continuous, that through scientific and other dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." Islamic environment." endeavours, God has opened and continues to open new windows for us to see the marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Presidential Address at the International Seerat Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Conference On the acceptance of the Charter of the Aga Khan University Accorded to a Khan IV

l my activity.''"

UE INTERVIEW, 2005 WARDS AND HONOURS: 98

AHRAIN (1) MAURITANIA (1) ANGLADESH (1) MOZAMBIQUE (1) ANADA (7) MOROCCO (1) OMOROS (1) NORWAY (1) ÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) PAKISTAN (11) GYPT (1) PORTUGAL (7) RANCE (6) SCOTLAND (1) ERMANY (2) SENEGAL (1) NDIA (1) SPAIN (4) AN (2) SWEDEN (1) ELAND (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) ALY (3) TANZANIA (2) AZAKHSTAN (2) UGANDA (1) ENYA (3) UNITED KINGDOM (8) YRGYZSTAN (2) UPPER VOLTA (1) EBANON (1) USA (11) ALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) ALI (3) ZANZIBAR (1) OMPETITION: 1 NON-STATE: 1

TITLES AND STATE HONOURS: 29

CIVIC HONOURS: 22

HONORARY DOCTORATES: 17

PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: 18

OTHER HONOURS: 12

A 4 1965 Aug 4, 1965 Aug 4, 1965 Jan 15, 1970 CÔTE D'IVOIRE CÔTE D'IVOIRE Mar 14, 1968 PAKISTAN Made a Freeman of Abidjan, and Decorated with the Grand Cross PAKISTAN presented with a key to the City. of the National Order (Grand Decorated with the Nish (Photo simerg.com.) Cross of the National Order), Inducted as an Honorary Member of Excellence), Pakistan's th the Ivory Coast's highest order. the Pakistan Medical Association. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Nov 20, 1966 Feb 6, 1970

COMOROS PAKISTAN Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Do the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his recognition of his love, sym and his generosity", and o Praising His Highness the Ghulam Mustafa Shah, sa Royal Highness has shown and statesmanship which a fast-changing and kaleidosc Nov 15, 1966 Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has no MALAGASY REPUBLIC MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rend development of new and y Presented with a key to Majunga. Decorated with the Grand Cross of the nd, prosperity and stability of t (Photo simerg.com.) National Order of Malagasy Republic, orld Madagascar's highest honour.

Aug 5, 1965 1967 Feb 1970 UPPER VOLTA IRAN PAKISTAN Decorated with the L'Ordre National de la Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Haute-Volta (Grand Cross of the National (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Order), Upper Volta's highest national title. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army.

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MANILLA, PHILIPPINES KARACHI, PAKISTAN NAIROBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN , therefore, put our backs "The tapestry of Islamic "[Industrial Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to wheel and show the state history is studded with jewels Services (IPS)] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions which we live that we are of civilisation; these jewels more of my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - ined to become first class poured forth their light and time and thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, s, nay leaders, not for the beauty; great statesmen, practically every other both from the Government and the private sector.... glory of leadership but to great philosophers, great business activity s country become a better doctors, great astronomers; connected with developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where n which to live and ensure but these individuals, these countries. The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel ven if we cannot reap the precious stones were worked the matter is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become ur labour, our children will into a tapestry, whose which lies behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and born to brighter horizons." dominant theme was Islam, whole concept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS and this theme remained the idea of partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its s Highness the Aga Khan, dominant regardless of the progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the guration of the Mindanao swallowing up of foreign development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local State University lands, foreign cultures, -- His Highness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and foreign languages and Khan, Opening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one foreign people." Industrial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." Services (IPS) Building, -- His Highness the Aga -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon Khan, Rotary Club

Feb 6, 1970

Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN

PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the world in concept, in design, in finish and even in "The day we no longer have the time nor the faith to bow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims human soul ... is no longer of sufficient importance to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the despair." "What has been called the permissive society where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, matters, nothing is sacred or private any more, is not a promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done and upright new world. This fearful chase after material ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of by peace of mind, by conscience, by moral values, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind Awards and Honours A His Highness The Aga

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His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BA on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BA Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CA descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- CO CÔ law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EG Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FR assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, GE particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in IN IRA some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IR North America and Western Europe.... ITA The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KA compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KE Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KY LE right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MA society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MA Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which CO could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of yy g ppp the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

Aug 12, 1957

ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.)

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

Jan 13, 1962 Oct 27, 1960 SWITZERLAND PORTUGAL Wins the Roberts of Kandhar Decorated with the Grand Cross of the challenge cup at Davos, Switzerlan Order of Infante D. Henrique by the the oldest challenge cup in the wo Portuguese Government in Goa. for downhill ski racing.

Jan 57 Jul 57 Jan 58 Jul 58 Jan 59 Jul 59 Jan 60 Jul 60 Jan 61 Jul 61 Jan 62 Jul 62 Oct 22, 1957 Oct 1, 1960

NAIROBI, KENYA KARACHI, PAKISTAN "[R]emember, above all how important it "Throughout history, when the "Let us, is to encourage and promote good great empires broke up, to the w relations among the different races who whether it be the fall of the in live here together. Roman or Byzantine empires, determi or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens "Let me give you a practical example -- that the youth had lost its futile behind, you can see the structure of a dynamism, its personality and help this great new hospital which is almost its imagination." place in completed. It will be one of the best that, ev equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of ou it has been paid for by the Ismaili Karachi University be b community and half by the government. It will be, like our schools, available to all -- His races. I hope that this will be only one of Inaug many other ventures in which the spirit of partnership will always prevail." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Takht Nashini Ceremony US TABLOID PAPER 100% OF ORIGINAL SIZE 20 PAGES: 128 - 147 Jul 11, 2007 to Dec 13, 2008

Nov 21, 2006

UNITED KINGDOM Winner of the 10th annual Peter O'Sullivan Award at the Savoy in London. The award recognizes a lifetime's contribution to the sport of horse racing. ct 4, 2005

COTLAND warded the Carnegie Medal for ilanthropy. On presenting the medal the rmer President of Ireland says, "The Aga Aug 13, 2007 han's values of pluralism, multiculturalism, KENYA d strengthening civil society, are those we ust all emulate." (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Kenya's highest medal of honour. On bestowing the award, His Excellency the President of Kenya notes that His Highness the Aga Khan has recorded an impressive and enduring legacy of service to the Ismaili community, Kenya, and the world at large, elaborating that,"[T]he achievements you have accomplished are an eloquent testimony of your dedication to your spiritual calling as well as selfless commitment to the well- being of mankind, irrespective of race or religion." (Photo akdn.org.) uadriga Prize, the United We Care Award, ness the Aga Khan's life's work in rest regions of the world. Dec 1, 2007 mic Republic of Afghanistan, delivers the UNITED KINGDOM g the Aga Khan as a humanist, peace- hropist and "esteemed ambassador Named Personality of the Year by Apollo, the international dds that: "While bringing people together, magazine for collectors. The Editor notes that "the Aga Khan's to diminish or remove cultural and religious vision for the future of our cities is firmly focussed on the repair their acceptance and to work for a and enhancement of existing buildings, something that urban is belief in an inclusive world that makes planning visionaries in the developed world still neglect." f of our time." (Photo simerg.com.)

Jun 30, 2008 Jun 12, 2009

IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws by the National University of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity by the University of Ireland. In his citation, John Hughes, President of the University, says: Cambridge, the first Muslim to receive the distinction in the university's 800 year history. In his remarks, Tim Winter, the the Order of Canada, Canada's "His Highness is the first member of the Islamic community to be so Academic Secretary in the Faculty of Divinity, says: ation states that, "His Highness honoured in the history of NUI Maynooth ... [He] embodies the spirit of tecting the environment and understanding, tolerance and ecumenism that should link the great religions "The Honorary Doctorate of Divinity is awarded to individuals who y." of the world. For fifty years, he has been a voice of moderation and a voice have made a global impact through their religious leadership. I am of reason in promoting an Islam that embraces and indeed celebrates delighted that His Highness the Aga Khan, whose charitable and Adrienne Clarkson, Governor pluralism and diversity.... Few people on this earth have contributed more to spiritual leadership has a truly world-wide reach, and whose support ess the Aga Khan: "I have been the promotion of tolerance than our guest of honour here today. Ladies and for scholarship has impacted profoundly on Islamic Studies, should e to bring to everything you do, a gentlemen, I present to you for the award of the Degree of Doctor of have been chosen for this well-deserved honour." (Photo akdn.org.) elligence and above all, a deep Laws, Honoris Causa, this inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman hoto: Sgt. Eric Jolin.) and man of learning and culture, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV." (Photo akdn.org.)

Apr 24, 2008

MALI Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Sankore, the African continent's most ancient institution of higher education. (Photo akdn.org.) Jun 19, 2009

CANADA Made an Honorary Citizen of Canada by unanimous approval of the House of Commons. His Highness the Aga Khan is only the fifth person to receive this honour. The motion describes the Aga Khan as "a beacon of humanitarianism, pluralism and tolerance throughout the world." The Prime Minister of Canada adds that the Aga Khan is "a great partner and long-time friend of Canada, and a great benefactor to humanity." Award from the Evangelical Academy of Tutzing. In its (Photo akdn.org.) says, "[His Highness the Aga Khan] believes that respect for cting the diversity of cultures, nationalities and religions around ring peace." the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, says: "We honour a huge friend of humankind, we honour a courageous on building bridges between societies ... [who is a] fortress for e wishing to bring about sustainable, pluralistic, civil societies.... Islam that many of us do not know and sadly all too often we Apr 11, 2008 that is open, tolerant and willing to engage in dialogue. An free, democratic and pluralistic societies." (Photo akdn.org.) USA Presented with a key to Austin. (Photo akdn.org.)

Dec 19, 2005 Apr 23, 2008 PORTUGAL MALI DdihhGG dCi (G d Decorated with the Gra-Gruz de Cristo (Grand recognition of Cross of the Military Order of Christ), one of Elevated to the dignity of Grand Cross of al revitalisation, and Portugal's highest honours, for outstanding service the National Order of Mali, the Republic of Museum noted, have to the country. Mali's highest award. (Photo akdn.org.) mic cultures." Speaking of the work of the AKDN in Portugal, His he World Bank, says Excellency the President of Portugal says: "A nds out in my mind as distinguishing feature of all these activities is the fact Jun 5, 2008 n health is legendary as that they follow a coherent, enlightened strategy of m ... [I]t is the sustainable development, perfected in many years of USA l feeling for real people field experience, based on a commitment to people -- Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Harvard e leader of his faith. He's to their intelligence, to their will and to their enterprising University. often we tend to forget spirit -- and designed to make the beneficiaries of these ich we can all learn." activities their owners and leaders."

Jun 18, 2008

FRANCE

Jun 25, 2005 Jun 15, 2006 Inducted as Foreign Associate Member of the Kenzo Tange, chair of France's Académie des Beaux Arts. LEBANON EGYPT versity Awarded an Honorary Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of ation in Doctorate of Humane Letters Humane Letters by the American Oct 29, 2008 munity by the American University University in Cairo. University of Beirut. In its citation the President David Arnold says that His KAZAKHSTAN University praises His Highness the Aga Khan has "worked Highness the Aga Khan as tirelessly throughout his life to better the Decorated as Honoured Educator of the Republic of "an avid philanthropist standing lives of people around the world." Kazakhstan. at the head of a network of service institutions focused on the have-nots of the world, Muslim and non-Muslim alike." 2009 KYRGYZSTAN Named Personality of the Year by the International Association for Spiritual Renewal ("Ruhaniat"). Feb 12, 2006

PORTUGAL

Awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Évora, for "material May 8, 2009 and spiritual service to humanity," "the extraordinary work of economic, social, cultural and educational assistance" through AKDN, and "creating PORTUGAL bonds and promoting dialogue between civilisations and cultures, namely Inducted as Foreign Member, Class of Humanities, by between the East and the West." Lisbon's Academy of Sciences. 2005 In a ceremony presided over by His Excellency the President of Portugal and other dignitaries, His Highness the Aga Khan is praised as WAY "unbreakably guided by the defence of human dignity that is available equally esses the Nobel Institute at to all, without distinction as to ethnic, cultural or religious backgrounds" and May 28, 2009 as "an international personality of the highest importance." vitation of the Government FRANCE orway. (Photo akdn.org.) Receives the titles Grand Mécène (Grand Patron) and Grand Donateur (Grand Donor) from the French Ministry of Culture.

Jun 6, 2005 Jun 9, 2009 CANADA rder of Bahrain CANADA ajesty King Presented with a key to Ottawa. (Photo akdn.org.) Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the University of Alberta. Dec 17, 2009 Mar 19, 2005 Jul 11, 2007 - Dec 13, 2008 FRANCE TANZANIA British His Highness the Aga Khan's Awarded the Prix de l'Entrepreneur philanthropique de een Made an Honorary Citizen Golden Jubilee (50 years) as Imam l'année 2009 (Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year of Dar es Salaam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. 2009 Award) by Le Nouvel Economiste.

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Sep 6, 2004 May 20, 2006 Jun 4, 2007 Dec 17, 2009

BERLIN, GERMANY TUTZING, GERMANY KABUL, AFGHANISTAN PARIS, FRANCE "I look at escalating tensions in "When people speak "The term 'Enabling Environment' has two implications "The AKDN Foundation is an umbrella organisation which co-ordinates the activities of r the world, I am convinced more these days, about an which I would underscore today. First, it reminds us that over 200 agencies and institutions that make up the network, employing a total of than ever that neither 'peaceful' inevitable 'Clash of the conditions which enable progress can be extremely 70,000 paid staff and 100,000 volunteers. The network operates in 35 of the poorest nor 'productive' modern societies Civilisations' in our complex, that an entire 'environment' of interacting countries in the world and is statutorily secular. This tableau is of course merely a y will ever be achieved by short world, what they often forces must come together if development is truly to momentary snapshot of a constantly evolving process, but its contours are clearly t term responses composed in the mean, I fear, is an take root -- and to take off. defined enough today for us to speak about goals, strategy and method. The goal is midst of crisis. What I will inevitable 'Clash of clear: the aim is to create or strengthen civil society in developing countries. This single propose to you today is that Religions.' But I would "Second -- the term recognises that even the right goal, when it is achieved, is in fact necessary and sufficient to ensure peaceful and d there are fundamental issues that use different environment is still only an enabling condition -- not a stable development over the long term, even when governance is problematic. r must be addressed persistently, terminology altogether. sufficient one.... In the end, human progress must grow and over the long term, if we are The essential problem, out of the human heart and soul. The environment "As regards the strategy, civil society obviously cannot exist without apolitical and secular to achieve the desired outcomes." as I see it, in relations enables -- but it is the human spirit, guided and civil institutions, in particular social, cultural and economic ones. The essence of our between the Muslim supported by the Divine Will, which eventually triumphs. development strategy is thus to create these where they are lacking or need to be -- His Highness The Aga Khan reinforced.... world and the West is "What a sound enabling environment must do is to Annual Conference of German 'A Clash of Ignorance.' Ambassadors create a favourable framework in which human creativity "And now, turning to AKFED commercial enterprises, we're talking about approximately And what I would can flourish." 150 companies in some 15 countries. They employ over 30,000 people and generate a prescribe -- as an turnover of two billion dollars. They indirectly provide a living for millions of people, in essential first step -- is -- His Highness the Aga Khan, particular in the agribusiness sector. To give you an example, AKFED developed green a concentrated The Enabling Environment Conference bean farming in Kenya by providing 50,000 farmers with technical assistance and educational effort." buying their produce for export to Europe. The company has 2,000 employees, turns a profit and indirectly provides a living for 500,000 people. Feb 12, 2006 -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Tutzing "Specific rules govern AKFED companies. I will discuss two of the essential ones. The EVORA, PORTUGAL Evangelical Academy first is that AKDN investments earmarked for AKFED projects should in most cases be upon receiving the Jul 4, 2007 made in the form of long-term equity participation.... The second is that AKFED's share ynical time, can we inspire people to a new set of Tolerance Award of profits must be entirely reinvested in the group's projects. This is a fundamental nd rampant materialism, the new relativism, self- AIGLEMONT, FRANCE feature of AKFED projects, the rule being that any return on investment should solely and resurgent tribalism. The search for justice and benefit the population of the country where it has been made." quality of opportunity, the quest for tolerance and "[W]e need to establish an exact diagnosis of poverty, a concept which is still poorly understood.... uman dignity -- these are moral imperatives which -- His Highness the Aga Khan, On the acceptance of the 2009 Nouvel Economiste [W]e think [poverty] is comprised of a societal we must work and think about on a daily basis.... Philanthropic Entrepreneur of the Year Award phenomenon, characterised by a lack of access sum, is an ethical sensibility which can be shared characterised by a lack of access to protection, to and which can foster a universal moral outlook." security, to healthcare or to education." he Aga Khan, University of Evora and Symposium -- His Highness the Aga Khan, L'Express Interview Oc

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GERMANY Presented with the Die Qu in recognition of His Highn helping people in the poor The President of the Islam laudatory address, praising builder, democrat, philant between civilisations." He ad His Highness is striving not t differences, but to promote t harmonious diversity. It is thi y him an inspirational leader o

Jun 6, 2005

CANADA Invested as an Honorary Companion of t highest formal civilian tribute. The cita the Aga Khan has devoted his life to prot alleviating human suffering due to poverty Her Excellency the Right Honourable General of Canada, says of His Highne deeply impressed that you have been able generosity, importantly, a curiosity, an inte compassion for other human beings." (Ph

Sep 22, 1998 May 20, 2006 Oct 25, 1996 TAJIKISTAN GERMANY USA Decorated with the Order of Friendship, Tajikistan's Presented with the Tolerance A Presented with the Hadrian Award of the World Monument highest civilian award. (Photo simerg.com.) award citation the Academy s Fund for 1996. pluralism, and valuing and protec Michel David-Weill, co-chair for the ceremony, says the the world are essential for ensur award is "to recognise the profound achievements of a man of During his laudatory address, deep learning and vision," a man with "an exalted position and an exceptional man, we honour great power because of who he is." visionary and we honour a perso David Rockefeller states, "His Highness the Aga Khan is a man democratic progress, as someone of vision, intellect, and passion. I've had the pleasure of knowing A man who shows us a face of I him for almost forty years." do not want to know: an Islam t Islam that is not in conflict with f And Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Museum of Modern Art, says: "In presenting His Highness the Aga Khan with the 1996 Hadrian Award, the World Monuments Fund honours a man who has devoted his life to preserving and improving our built environment. He has done this with vision, passion, and intelligence. The results are part of his legacy to the cultural heritage of our world." (Photo simerg.com.) Jan 25, 2005 USA Awarded the National Building Museum's Vincent Scully Prize in r Jul 11, 1998 contributions to promoting excellence in design, urban and rura historic preservation. His Highness the Aga Khan's efforts, the M PORTUGAL "helped bridge the gap of understanding between Western and Islam Decorated by President Jorge Sampaiowith with the Grand In introducing the Aga Khan, James Wolfensohn, President of th Cross of the Order of Merit for "outstanding contribution to that during his 10 years at the bank "there is one person who stan human understanding and to social and economic progress in an icon of not only thought and philosophy but of action.... His work in May 26, 1996 different areas of the world." (Photo simerg.com.) is his work in education." "[T]here is one thing which distinguishes him extraordinary sense of humanity that he has. The great depth of real USA wherever they find themselves in society. He is a holy man. He is the His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the Baccalaureate a man who represents the very best in Islam. Something that all too address at Brown University, (Providence), the first Muslim to these days [is] that Islam carries with it values and a culture from wh do so in its 232 year history. In his introductory remarks, University President Vartan Gregorian says: "[I]t is my great honour to introduce Brown's 232nd baccalaureate speaker. His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV is the first Muslim baccalaureate speaker in Brown's history and I dare to say Jun 18, 2004 in the history of the entire Ivy League and all American universities. He embodies the great ecumenical spirit that links the three great CANADA monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by the Uni "He has affected the lives of millions. Indeed, only ten days ago, of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Educa while I was in Chicago, a driver from Pakistan, noting my accent -- recognition of outstanding contributions to comm which I did not know I had one by the way -- inquired about my service, higher education and philanthropy. place of birth. When I said I was born in Iran, he asked me if I was Jun 7, 2001 1993 familiar with the Aga Khan. I said I was slightly familiar with the Aga Khan. Then he said, 'Everything I have I owe to him -- my SWEDEN D KINGDOM spiritual welfare, my business, everything.' 'And you know,' he Awarded the Archon Award from the ed an Honorary Doctorate of Law continued, 'He is coming to the United States. I wish there was an opportunity for me to thank him personally, to thank my Imam!' International Nursing Honour Society, Sigma e University of Wales by His Theta Tau International, for "leadership in Highness Charles, Prince of He then turned down the visor and showed me the Aga Khan's promoting global health and welfare and for his the University's Chancellor, for picture. Your Highness, I told him that when I see you, I will thank compassionate support of nursing research in age of education and academic you on behalf of Fateh Ali Judhani and all the Fateh Ali Judhanis of developing countries." (Photo ismaili.net.) h throughout the world. the world. They are a legion and they are of all faiths.... ation notes that the university "[An] inspiring leader, great humanitarian, statesman and man of bute to "a great spiritual and learning and culture..." (Photo simerg.com.) tarian tradition" for his "work that inished poverty, unemployment and ce." It also notes that "his many ons ... have transformed the quality May 27, 1996 f millions of people in the developing 2002 f Africa and Asia," and have "a USA KYRGYZSTAN ss record of creative endeavour Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Brown University Apr 7, the poorer people of our world." Receives an Honorary Professorship (Providence). In his laudatory address, University President NORW Vartan Gregorian says: at the University of Osh. Addre "Your Highness, ... you have followed in family's centuries old the in tradition of service to your people and stewardship of a faith that of No emphasises compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of all humanity. Following the noble example set by your grandfather, the previous Imam, you have dedicated yourself to international service.... y Citizen of Samarkand, "In your life and work you have advanced the growth and Dec 8, 2003 Nov 28, 2000 2003 th a key to the city. understanding of Islamic culture and improved the well-being of BAHRAIN Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Today we honour you, your family, USA MALI and all Ismailis for your service to Islam and to all human kind." Decorated with the Or Panellist at the White House Conference on Made an Honorary Citizen of the (First Class) by His Ma Culture and Diplomacy. (Photo simerg.com.) Islamic Ummah of Timbuktu. Hamad of Bahrain.

May 11 1994 May 11, 1994 Dec 31, 2003 USA Oct 10, 1998 2001 2002 Dec 17, 1996 UNITED KINGDOM His Highness the Aga Khan delivers the SPAIN FRANCE KAZAKHSTAN commencement address at the Massachusetts PORTUGAL Made a Knight Commander of the Institute of Technology (Cambridge), the first Presented with the Granada de Oro Awarded an Insignia of Honour by the Decorated with the State Empire (KBE) by Her Majesty Qu Muslim to do so in its 130 year history. Presented with a key to Lisbon. (Gold Medal of the City of Granada). International Union of Architects. Award for Peace and Progress. Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

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CAMBRIDGE, USA CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS NEW DELHI, INDIA an Health Services and "Education has been important to my family for a long "The communications revolution means either a growing "[It is] my conviction that the strengthening of institutions supporting pluralism is as "Tolerance, openness and ... principles of good time. My forefathers founded al-Azhar University in 'homogenisation' that we know breeds its own hostile reactions, or we critical for the welfare and progress of human society as are poverty alleviation and understanding towards other tary sector as well as Cairo some 1000 years ago, at the time of the Fatimid can search for a better course. We can hope that the spirit of the conflict prevention. In fact all three are intimately related.... The actions to enhance peoples' cultures, social education services are Caliphate in Egypt. Discovery of knowledge was seen by 21st century will be a spirit of Creative Encounter.... For the spirit of pluralism have to be matched in the developing world by programmes to alleviate structures, values and faiths s reside but to all people those founders as an embodiment of religious faith, and Creative Encounter will never become a dominant force in our world poverty because, left alone, poverty will provide a context for special interests to are now essential to the very gion. Depending on the faith as reinforced by knowledge of workings of the without the strong and effective leadership of the information media. pursue their goals in aggressive terms.... survival of an interdependent nges from 97.5% non- Creator's physical world. The form of universities has world. Pluralism is no longer dless of the site, the changed over those 1000 years, but that reciprocity "How can the press best contribute to a spirit of Creative Encounter - "[D]evelopment is sustainable only if the beneficiaries become, in a gradual manner, simply an asset or a eers, from seasoned between faith and knowledge remains a source of here in Africa and around the world? One simple requirement towers the masters of the process. This means that initiatives cannot be contemplated prerequisite for progress and moved by the ethic of strength.... above all others: the ability to respect that which is truly different, to exclusively in terms of economics, but rather as an integrated programme that development, it is vital to our ally based institution with understand that which we do not embrace.... [I]t means much more encompasses social and cultural dimensions as well. Education and skills training, existence." sional staff, the Aga "I shall talk today about encounters. Encounters. When than tolerance and forbearance.... In truth, cultural sensitivity is health and public services, conservation of cultural heritage, infrastructure t by 1995 -- five years two people meet. Or two particles. Or two cultures.... In something far more rigorous, something that requires a deep development, urban planning and rehabilitation, rural development, water and -- His Highness the Aga anisation's 'Health for all the encounters of people and cultures, much depends intellectual commitment. It requires a readiness to study and to learn energy management, environmental control, and even policy and legislative Khan, Ceremony to is living in countries on the path that each has taken to that point. These across cultural barriers, an ability to see others as they see development are among the various aspects that must be taken into account." Inaugurate the Restored are not stochastic processes. The subjects have themselves. Cultural sensitivity is hard work..... Humayun's Tomb Gardens will have access to -- His Highness the Aga Khan, des all urban histories. The encounter has complexity and rich dimensionality. The result of an encounter between two "[I]t is the press which should lead the way -- not just newspapers and Prince Claus Fund's Conference on Culture and Development ost isolated villages in broadcasting outlets, but also the news service and press agencies nd Andhra Pradesh. people or between two cultures is shaped by the assumptions of each, by their respective goals and -- which serve them and the organisations which support them. For st of one pound per centuries, the press has cast itself as the champion of understanding nd non-Ismailis alike.... perhaps most directly relevant to a university -- by the repertoire of responses that each has learned.... If the and enlightenment. And yet, even as the press has become more Jan 30, 2002 Programme now encounter of the Muslim world, the West and the ex- international, it has often left a trail of misunderstanding in its wake. ople scattered over an Communist world takes account of the need for each to Confident that more information is a good thing in and of itself, the TORONTO, CANADA press has often focused too much on the quantity of what it can nated by the highest draw on its own strengths, to be consistent with its "[When] you look at what is considered general knowledge vides a package of social goals, to strive for a sustainable, improved outcome and deliver, and too little on the quality of what it presents. "How, in an increasingly cy in the Western world and you say within the general aspirations -- reaching beyo mprove production and to ensure a humane transition, then the encounter will "But if the media have sometimes been part of the problem -- knowledge of the Western world what does it know about serving individualism, a ations are now reaching have been as successful as it is important." amplifying the threatening aspects of globalization -- then the media the Islamic world? Is anything taught in secondary security, the struggle for eq ent, and to establish, and can also be part of the solution. If a careless or superficial press can -- His Highness the Aga Khan, education? Does anybody know the names of the great harmony, the pursuit of hu edical centres." exacerbate the clash of cultures, then a more sensitive and studious Massachusetts Institute of Technology philosophers, the scientists, the great theologians? Do they w , press can accomplish the opposite: The same media which serves to even know the names of the great civilisations? ... And it is distort or discredit old cultures, can also be used to revalidate them, very, very difficult for Muslim leaders to articulate positions "What I am calling for, in and to help explain them to others." against such a vacuum in knowledge." across denominational lines -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Globe and Mail Interview -- His Highness th Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Press Union Conference

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CANADA Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Nov 25, 1986 McGill University. In his laudatory address, the Principal and Vice- MOROCCO chancellor says: "The Aga Khan's personal position Decorated with the Le Grand Cordon de l'Order du is unique in the world today.... This man is a bridge Trone Cherifien (Grand Cordon of Ouissam-al between North and South, East and West. His Arch), Morocco's honour, by His Majesty King leadership is beyond politics, beyond race, beyond Hassan II of Morocco. (Photo: ismaili.net.) religion. In a world torn by division, hostility, war and fear of nuclear holocaust, he is a shining beacon of inspiration and of hard-headed accomplishment in improving the lot of humankind, in elevating the quality of civilised life and in uplifting all peoples of N the world to cherish the brotherhood of man." (Photo simerg.com.) Ad Personam le in promoting pg nge of and for c progress." Nov 1985 Oct 26, 1988

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CANADA 1991 Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by FRANCE McMaster University (Hamilton). Awarded the Medaille d' Argent (Silver Mar 16, 1983 The President of the University, Mr. Alvin Lee, Medal) of the Academie d'Architecure de France. PAKISTAN praises His Highness the Aga Khan's "sober and responsible leadership in the advancement of the Aga Khan Medical College is accorded the status of university. Third World; his promotion of education and the ideal of education; his major contribution to health On the occasion of accepting the Aga Khan University Charter, His Nov 30, care in Pakistan and his involvement of McMaster Excellency the President of Pakistan says, "The valuable services rendered by University in that project; and his extraordinary UNITED the Aga Khan family are known not only to us, the people of Pakistan, but to the 1991 efforts in bridging many and very diverse religions whole world," and "I can say with full confidence, that The Aga Khan University Awarde and cultures ... for which, he is unique in bridging will prove itself to be a 'lighthouse', which will not only immortalise the great UNITED KINGDOM from th the underdeveloped and the highly developed name of the Aga Khan, but also spread new light in Pakistan and the Islamic Royal H worlds." (Photo simerg.com.) Inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the world -- Insha'Allah." (Photo ismaili.net.) Royal Institute of British Architects. Wales, patrona research The cita pays tri Mar 23, 1983 humanit Oct 11, 1989 has dimi PAKISTAN 1992 ignoranc Decorated with the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civil award. UNITED KINGDOM USA institutio of life of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Inducted as an Honorary Member of The citation states: "The people and the Government of Pakistan have followed world of with profound admiration and interest the devotion and deep sense of Literature in Education from the University the American Institute of Architects. of London (Logan Hall) by Her Royal matchles commitment with which Your Highness has been engaged in promoting social among t and economic welfare activities of Pakistan, of the Islamic Ummah as a whole Highness, Princess Anne, Chancellor of and indeed of the entire developing world. Your outstanding contributions to the the University. furtherance of these worthy objectives constitute a fitting continuation of the His Highness the Aga Khan is cited as a noble traditions of service and humanism of your illustrious family." "calm voice in troubled times, a world leader, uniquely placed to bridge the cultural Jun 1991 differences dividing the East and West." Sep 21, 1992 (Photo simerg.com.) SPAIN UZBEKISTAN Apr 13, 1984 Named Huesped de Honor De Nov 2, 1982 Granada (Guest of Honour of Made an Honorary USA SENEGAL Granada) at inauguration of the and presented wit Awarded the University of Virginia's historic 14th Century Zafra House. Decorated with the Grand Officier, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Medal Jul 1987 L'Ordre National Du Lion (Grand Officer in Architecture, the first time it has been of the National Order of the Lion). awarded to a patron of architecture (as SPAIN opposed to an architect). Awarded the Medalla de Oro del Consejo The award citation states that: "The Aga Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos (Gold Gold Khan has become, in the best time honoured Medal of the Superior Council of Colleges of Nov 7, 1990 Nov 22, 1991 Ah )bHM K J Cl sense of the term, a patron of architectural Architects) by His Majesty King Juan Carlos at FRANCE SPAIN culture, the most wide ranging, committed and the Royal Palace, in recognition of His Jul 11, 1982 - Jul 11, 1983 culturally influential patron of our time. And the Highness the Aga Khan's contribution to the Decorated with the Commander of the Legion of Decorated with the Gran Gruz De activities which bear his imprimatur are a restoration and conservation of historic Honour by the President of France for "a long Merito Civil (Grand Cross of the Order His Highness the Aga Khan's Silver model for the developing world and for the buildings and to the development of the continuity of eminent service rendered to of Civil Merit), one of Spain's most Jubilee (25 years) as Imam of the West as well.... [T]ruly a man for all seasons profession. The Aga Khan is the first recipient humanity." Established by Napoleon Bonaparte important civil decorations, by His Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. and all countries ..." (Photo ismaili.net.) outside Spain to receive this honour. in 1802, the medal is France's highest honour. Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain.

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KARACHI, PAKISTAN NEW YORK, USA KARACHI, PAKISTAN LONDON, UK LONDON, UK hed pinnacles of achievement in "I'm less hypnotised by [the United "The relationship between the intellect of man and Faith "AKF and its partners have had some success in "Experiences with the Aga Kha s, philosophy, mathematics and States'] material wealth than by its has always been of fundamental importance to Muslims. advocating the creation of an enabling environment in Education Services show that . The great British scientist Isaac wealth of knowledge. This country today How can a modern University respect and re-enforce that developing countries -- an environment that will help governance apply to the volun was able to see further than his represents, without any doubt in my relationship? ... I apprehend that in certain educational the private sector, non-profit and for-profit, become private enterprise. Health and se he stood on the shoulders of mind, the greatest intensity of human institutions respect for tradition has restricted academic more productive for the benefit of the larger offered in areas where Ismailis who made possible the scientific knowledge on the face of the earth. And study to the accomplishment of the past. However, our community as a whole. But much remains to be done in the area, regardless of relig Sina, whose 'Canon of Medicine' that is an exhilarating thought, one Faith has never been restricted to one place or time. Ever to mobilise local private resources for development. site, the population served ran five hundred years; al-Idrisi, the perhaps not perceived by Americans as since its revelation the fundamental concepts of Islam AKF organised the Enabling Environment Conference Ismaili to 85% Ismaili. Regard philosopher, and a host of other much as by non-Americans." have been its universality and the fact that this is the last in Nairobi in 1986, supported by ODA, the World services rely heavily on volunte produced the notion of specific revelation, constantly valid, and not petrified into one Bank and various private groups, both non-profit and professionals to young people es, perfected geometry, evolved -- His Highness the Aga Khan, period of man's history or confined to one area of the for-profit. This led to a similar conference in Nigeria helping others. By building loca and made modern mathematics Life Magazine Interview world. Islam is for all places and all time. This is why there last year -- evidence that some countries are beginning volunteer directors and profess umerals and the concept of the is a role for a modern Islamic University which can draw to look carefully at ways in which local private Khan Network will ensure that s a numeral of no place value... inspiration from the Faith and from the past in addressing resources can finally be mobilised. The Kenyan before the World Health Orga the opportunities of the future. Government is supportive of Aga Khan Foundation by the year 2000' -- all Ismaili o say that the original Christian Kenya's plan to launch an endowment campaign next where the network operates w t, at Paris, Bologna and Oxford, "The Holy Qu'ran's encouragement to study nature and month in Nairobi. The endowment will help secure primary health care. This includ naissance, received a vital influx the physical world around us gave the original impetus to long-term support for innovative health and education communities as well as the mo -- an influx from which the later scientific enquiry among Muslims. Exchanges of interventions that contribute to the vitality of the Hunza and Chitral, Gujarat an rsities, including those of North knowledge between institutions and nations and the voluntary sector in Kenya.... Providing this access a has cos Africa, were to benefit in turn.... widening of man's intellectual horizons are essentially person per year for Ismailis an Islamic concepts. The Faith urges freedom of intellectual "We must work to ensure that governments see the wledge is two-fold. There is that enquiry and this freedom does not mean that knowledge "The Aga Khan Rural Support Prophet (s.a.s.) and that which advantage to their peoples in establishing mechanisms will lose its spiritual dimension. That dimension is indeed to support strong private institutions that can reaches nearly one million peo own intellect. Nor do these two itself a field for intellectual enquiry. I can not illustrate this area the size of Ireland, domi ovided man remembers that his contribute to the intellectual and social fabric of their interdependence of spiritual inspiration and learning better country." mountains in the world. It prov n of God. Without this humility, than by recounting a dialogue between Ibn Sina, the organisation and services to im t, there are no barriers. Indeed, philosopher, and Abu Said Abu -Khyar, the Sufi mystic. Ibn -- His Highness the Aga Khan, incomes.... The village organisa ys lain in its belief that creation Sina remarked, 'Whatever I know, he sees.' To which Abu Address at the "Hands Across The World" Exhibition out to protect their environme hat through scientific and other Said replied, 'Whatever I see, he knows.'" largely pay for schools and me ned and continues to open new ee the marvels of His creation." -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Aga Khan University Inauguration Royal Society for Asian Affairs -- His Highness the Aga Khan, rter of the Aga Khan University o Nov 30, 1967

PAKISTAN Apr 7, 1982 Receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from NON-STATE ORGANISATIO Peshawar University for his generosity and Receives the Gold Mercury dedication towards all Muslims. (Photo: Ismailia Award for his "outstanding ro Association for Pakistan Special Brochure) g Association for Pakistan, Special Brochure). economic co-operation, exchan "No one that I know of can with greater justification technologies and experience," claim to be a citizen of the world than the present Aga "renewing social and economic Khan and on that account alone he is qualified to look at world problems against the background of the grand tradition of humanistic culture that has been fostered by civility of ages. Whereas other leaders of men are functioning within the narrower framework of mere national ideals, he is privileged to see world problems form a supernational [sic] plane: he alone is endowed with 'global consciousness'. "Does not the Holy Book admonish us to believe that the entirety of mankind has been created as though it were one indivisible self? And if that be true, must it not follow that one must believe in the spiritual unity of mankind? That, then, is the reason why what the Aga Khan says is so authentic and appeals to all those who love humanity and are concerned about its future welfare." -- Allah Bukhsh K. Brohi in the preface to the special Convocation Address Brochure (Photo simerg.com.)

Aug 4, 1965 Jan 15, 1970 CÔTE D'IVOIRE Mar 14, 1968 PAKISTAN d Decorated with the Grand Cross PAKISTAN City. of the National Order (Grand Decorated with the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Sign of Cross of the National Order), Inducted as an Honorary Member of Excellence), Pakistan's third highest honour. the Ivory Coast's highest order. the Pakistan Medical Association. (Photo ismaili.net.)

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COMOROS PAKISTAN Made an Honorary Citizen of Lahore, and presented with a key to the city. Decorated with the Grand Cross of Awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by Sind University, Karachi "in the Order of the Green Crescent by recognition of the role that his Royal Highness and his ancestors have played in the Government of Comoros. the world of Islam", "of his patronage of arts, education and learning, and in recognition of his love, sympathy, condescension and affability, his humanity and his generosity", and other contributions. Feb 15, 1981 Praising His Highness the Aga Khan, the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, says, "In a short span of 12 years as Imam, His PAKISTAN Royal Highness has shown that he is endowed with wisdom, versatility, sagacity and statesmanship which are characteristic of his noble and great family. In the Inducted as an Honorary Member of the fast-changing and kaleidoscopic conditions on the continents of Asia and Africa, Pakistan Medical Association, Sind Chapter. ov 15, 1966 Nov 15, 1966 His Royal Highness has not only guided the socio-economic activities of his own ALAGASY REPUBLIC MALAGASY REPUBLIC followers, but has also rendered immense material assistance in the economic development of new and young nations and thereby advanced the well-being, esented with a key to Majunga. Decorated with the Grand Cross of the prosperity and stability of the people of those countries." hoto simerg.com.) National Order of Malagasy Republic, Feb 15, 1981 Madagascar's highest honour. PAKISTAN Presented with a key to Karachi. Dec 8, 1977

ITALY 1967 Decorated with the Order of the Knight of the Grand Feb 1970 Mar 7, 1981 IRAN Cross, Italy's highest honour, normally reserved for PAKISTAN heads of state, in recognition of His Highness the KENYA National de la Decorated with the Nishan-i-Taj-i-Iran Aga Khan's contributions to the development of f the National (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Invested as an Honorary Colonel of the Sardinia's economy and tourism. The Aga Khan is Made an Honorary Citizen of est national title. Crown of Iran). 6th Lancers by the Pakistani Army. the first Muslim to receive the honour. the Town of Kisumu.

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, PAKISTAN NAIROBI, KENYA DACCA, PAKISTAN KARACHI, PAKISTAN ISTANBUL, TURKEY stry of Islamic "[Industrial Promotion "The range of activities IPS [Industrial Promotion Services] is prepared to "I have observed in the Western world a deeply changing "The Aga Khan [Architecture] Awards, the "Muslim scholars reach tudded with jewels Services (IPS)] has taken engage in is very wide indeed. It has no rigid rules about the proportions pattern of human relations. The anchors of moral first of which will be granted in 1980, will be astronomy, geography, physics on; these jewels more of my personal of loan and equity investments which it makes. Finally, it is prepared - behaviour appear to have dragged to such depths that substantial: $100,000 in each of five different especially, in medicine. th their light and time and thought than and indeed, anxious - to co-operate with other development institutions, they no longer hold firm the ship of life: what was once categories for a potential total of $500,000 Newton remarked that if he w eat statesmen, practically every other both from the Government and the private sector.... wrong is now simply unconventional, and for the sake of every three years. Their purpose is to make a predecessors, it was becaus osophers, great business activity individual freedom must be tolerated. What is tolerated strong and continuing impact on the giants. Among those giants w reat astronomers; connected with developing "An example of IPS action will shortly be announced in East Africa where soon becomes accepted. Contrarily, what was once right architectural profession, on decision makers revolution in Europe were Ibn S individuals, these countries. The heart of ... IPS has brought together several major airlines, an international hotel is now viewed as outdated, old fashioned and is often and on public opinion everywhere.... was a standard text for tones were worked the matter is the idea chain, and other important private interests, to form what will become the target of ridicule.... geographer; Ibn Rushd, the p estry, whose which lies behind the the largest single tourist consortium in Africa, with a chain of hotels and "[T]he Award will not be confined to architects Muslim scientists who had theme was Islam, whole concept of IPS -- game lodges stretching throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. IPS "In seeking to define what our Islamic Society should be competing with designs for a succession of gravity, refined Euclid's theorie heme remained the idea of partnership in has done this with active participation of the World Bank through its in times ahead, 50 and 100 and 200 years hence we prestigious public monuments. We are trigonometry and algebra, a regardless of the progress." subsidiary agency, the International Finance Corporation, and the should, I believe, be aware that the Muslims of this concerned with the Islamic world and, above possible by developing Indian n up of foreign development corporations of the three Governments involved. Thus local world cover such an amazing range of historical, ethnic all, with the people of Islam.... Secondly, the zero as ign cultures, -- His Highness the Aga Government funds local private funds, as well as foreign capital and and cultural backgrounds that a completely monolithic Awards will be open not only to designers, but guages and Khan, Opening of the know-how have all been harnessed in one project to develop further one answer may not be found.... also to the promoters and decision makers "It is no exaggeration to ople." Industrial Promotion of the key sectors of the East African economies." who generally employ them, to craftsmen and universities of Latin West Services (IPS) Building, "The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental builders, to civil servants, and even to ordinary indeed the whole European ren hness the Aga -- His Highness the Aga Khan, IPS Luncheon guideline that we require to resolve the problem as people who have shown initiative in improving of new knowledge from Islam - ary Club successfully as our human minds and intellects can their own habitats. A third feature is that they western colleges and unive visualise. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, will go only to projects that have been tried A generosity both of means and of time, his solicitude for and proven over a number of years. How Feb 6, 1970 the poor, the weak and the sick, his steadfastness in many buildings have won acclaim at the time "In Islamic belief, know friendship, his humility in success, his magnanimity in the ribbon was cut, only to be rejected as revealed through the Holy Nov 30, 1967 HYDERABAD, PAKISTAN victory, his simplicity, his wisdom in conceiving new impractical and inconvenient by those who had man discovers by virtue of his o solutions for problems which could not be solved by involve any contradiction, pro "For five centuries, Muslim architecture led the to live or work in them? Heralding a venture PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN traditional methods, without affecting the fundamental which eventually proves unsatisfactory is a own mind is itself the creation world in concept, in design, in finish and even in concepts of Islam, surely all these are foundations which, no balance is possible. With it onger have the time nor the faith to bow in prayer to Allah because the structural ingenuity. Millions of non-Muslims trap we fully intend to avoid. Finally, we do not correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must seek anything less ambitious than true one strength of Islam has alway oul ... is no longer of sufficient importance to us will be a sunless day of every year visit Islamic monuments in the enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and is not static but continuous, th hat has been called the permissive society where anything goes, nothing Middle East, in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, excellence in any architecture intended for the dynamic Islamic Society in the years ahead." Islamic environment." endeavours, God has open is sacred or private any more, is not a promising foundation for a brave and in North Africa. And yet what is being done windows for us to se w world. This fearful chase after material ease must surely be tempered today to develop our own Islamic architecture of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, -- His Highness the Aga Khan, ce of mind, by conscience, by moral values, which must be resuscitated." the twenty-first century? Practically nothing." Presidential Address at the International Seerat Aga Khan Award for Architecture Seminar Conference On the acceptance of the Cha -- His Highness the Aga Khan, Peshawar University -- His Highness the Aga Khan, University of Sind Awards and Honours Accorded to His Highness The Aga Khan IV

''The ethics of Islam guide all my activity.''"

HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN IV -- JEUNE AFRIQUE INTERVIEW, 2005

ABOUT HIS HIGHNESS THE AGA KHAN AWARDS AND HONOURS: 98

His Highness the Aga Khan became Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims BAHRAIN (1) MAURITANIA (1) on July 11, 1957 at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga BANGLADESH (1) MOZAMBIQUE (1) Khan. He is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims, and a direct CANADA (7) MOROCCO (1) descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through his cousin and son-in- COMOROS (1) NORWAY (1) CÔTE D'IVOIRE (2) PAKISTAN (11) law, Ali, the first Imam, and his wife Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.... EGYPT (1) PORTUGAL (7) Like his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan before him, the Aga Khan has, since FRANCE (6) SCOTLAND (1) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957 been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims GERMANY (2) SENEGAL (1) assuming the office of Imamat in 1957, been concerned about the well-being of all Muslims, () () particularly in the face of the challenges of rapid historical changes. Today, the Ismailis live in INDIA (1) SPAIN (4) IRAN (2) SWEDEN (1) some 25 countries, mainly in West and Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as in IRELAND (1) TAJIKISTAN (1) North America and Western Europe.... ITALY (3) TANZANIA (2) The Aga Khan has emphasised the view of Islam as a thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches KAZAKHSTAN (2) UGANDA (1) compassion and tolerance and that upholds the dignity of man, Allah's noblest creation. In the KENYA (3) UNITED KINGDOM (8) Shia tradition of Islam, it is the mandate of the Imam of the time to safeguard the individual's KYRGYZSTAN (2) UPPER VOLTA (1) LEBANON (1) USA (11) right to personal intellectual search and to give practical expression to the ethical vision of MALAGASY REPUBLIC (2) UZBEKISTAN (1) society that the Islamic message inspires. Addressing as Chairman, the International MALI (3) ZANZIBAR (1) Conference on the Example (Seerat) of the Prophet Muhammad in Karachi in 1976, the Aga Khan said that the wisdom of Allah's final Prophet in seeking new solutions for problems which COMPETITION: 1 NON-STATE: 1 could not be solved by traditional methods, provides the inspiration for Muslims to conceive a truly modern and dynamic society, without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam. During the course of history, the Ismailis have, under the guidance of their Imams, made major TITLES AND STATE HONOURS: 29 contributions to the growth of Islamic civilisation. The University of Al-Azhar and the Academy of Science, Dar al-Ilm, in Cairo and indeed the city of Cairo itself, exemplify their contributions to CIVIC HONOURS: 22 the cultural, religious and intellectual life of Muslims. Among the renowned philosophers, jurists, physicians, mathematicians, astronomers and scientists of the past who flourished under the HONORARY DOCTORATES: 17 patronage of Ismaili Imams are Qadi al-Numan, al-Kirmani, Ibn al-Haytham (al-Hazen), Nasir e-Khusraw and Nasir al-Din Tusi.... PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: 18 In recent generations, the Aga Khan's family has followed a tradition of service in international affairs. The Aga Khan's grandfather was President of the League of Nations and his father, OTHER HONOURS: 12 Prince Aly Khan, was Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations. His uncle, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, was the United Nations' High Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations' © 2010 MOHIB EBRAHIM / TIMELINES [at] SENT.COM Coordinator for assistance to Afghanistan and United Nations' Executive Delegate of Iraq- REVISION DATE: 24.JAN.2010 Turkey border areas. The Aga Khan's brother, Prince Amyn, joined the United Nations Secretariat, Department of Economic and Social Affairs following his graduation from Harvard in 1965. Since 1968, Prince Amyn has been closely involved with the governance of the principal development institutions of the Imamat.... In consonance with this vision of Islam and a long-standing tradition of service to humanity, the Ismailis have elaborated a well-defined institutional framework to build capacity and improve the quality of life within the communities in which they live. Under the Aga Khan's leadership, this framework expanded and evolved into the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of institutions working to improve living conditions and opportunities in specific regions of the developing world. In every country, these institutions work for the common good of all citizens regardless of their origin or religion. Their individual mandates range from architecture, education and health to the promotion of private sector enterprise, the enhancement of non- government organisations and rural development.... Over the years, the Aga Khan has received numerous decorations, honorary degrees, and awards in recognition of the various dimensions of his work.... The title His Highness was granted by Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain in 1957, and His Royal Highness by His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran in 1959. -- Aga Khan Development Network

ZANZIBAR Decorated with the Brilliant Star of Zanzibar by His Majesty the Sultan Aug 4, 1965 of Zanzibar. (Photo ismaili.net.) CÔTE D'IVOIRE Made a Freeman of Abidjan, and presented with a key to the C (Photo simerg.com.)

Jul 26, 1957

UNITED KINGDOM Receives the title of His Highness from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain.

Oct 24, 1959

IRAN Receives the title of His Royal Highness from His Imperial Majesty the Shah of Iran.

Jan 13, 1962 No Oct 27, 1960 SWITZERLAND MA PORTUGAL Wins the Roberts of Kandhar Pre Decorated with the Grand Cross of the challenge cup at Davos, Switzerland, (Ph Order of Infante D. Henrique by the the oldest challenge cup in the world Portuguese Government in Goa. for downhill ski racing. Jul 11, 1957 1960 Aug 5, 1965 Mar 17, 1962 MAURITANIA UPPER VOLTA At the age of 20, Prince Karim Aga Khan ITALY inherits the Imamat of the Shia Imami Decorated with the rank of Commandeur du Decorated with the L'Ordre Ismaili Muslims as their 49th Imam. Mérite Mauritanien (Commander of the Order Made an Honorary Citizen of the Haute-Volta (Grand Cross o (Photo simerg.com.) of Merit) by the Mauritanian Government. Town of Arzachena (Sardinia). Order), Upper Volta's highe

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NAIROBI, KENYA KARACHI, PAKISTAN MANILLA, PHILIPPINES KARACHI, "[R]emember, above all how important it "Throughout history, when the "Let us, therefore, put our backs "The tapes is to encourage and promote good great empires broke up, to the wheel and show the state history is s relations among the different races who whether it be the fall of the in which we live that we are of civilisatio live here together. Roman or Byzantine empires, determined to become first class poured fort or of the Caliphate, you will find citizens, nay leaders, not for the beauty; gre "Let me give you a practical example -- that the youth had lost its futile glory of leadership but to great philo behind, you can see the structure of a dynamism, its personality and help this country become a better doctors, gr great new hospital which is almost its imagination." place in which to live and ensure but these i completed. It will be one of the best that, even if we cannot reap the precious st equipped hospitals in East Africa. Half of -- His Highness the Aga Khan, fruit of our labour, our children will into a tape it has been paid for by the Ismaili Karachi University be born to brighter horizons." dominant t community and half by the government. and this th It will be, like our schools, available to all -- His Highness the Aga Khan, dominant r races. I hope that this will be only one of Inauguration of the Mindanao swallowing many other ventures in which the spirit of State University lands, fore partnership will always prevail." foreign lan -- His Highness the Aga Khan, foreign peo Takht Nashini Ceremony -- His High Khan, Rota

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