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April 8, 2006 Kabul, Afghanistan: Afghan President Hamid Karzai (L), the Aga Khan (C), and French First Lady Bernadette Chirac (2nd R) inspect the guard of honour before their meeting at the presidential palace in Kabul April 8, 2006. The three participated in the inauguration of a medical clinic set up in Kabul by the French government with the help of the Aga Khan Foundation.

The Aga Khan, right, receives from Afghan President Hamid Karzai the Quadriga award in Berlin on Monday, Oct. 3, 2005. The award is bestowed every year on 3rd October in Berlin to four personalities of the political, economic, social and cultural life, who point the way to the future for enlightenment, regeneration and pioneering spirit through their commitment. Karzai described The Aga Khan as 'an esteemed ambassador between cultures' and 'one of the most renowned personalities of our time.'

Afghan President Hamid Karzai (L) presents 'United We Care' award to Aga Khan during a ceremony in Berlin October 3, 2005. The award goes to individuals German group, Quadriga, judges to have made an outstanding contribution to their communities.

Afghan President Hamid Karzai (L) presents 'United We Care' award to Aga Khan during a ceremony in Berlin October 3, 2005. The award goes to individuals German group, Quadriga, judges to have made an outstanding contribution to their communities.

H.E. Hamid Karzai bestows Die Quadriga Award to His Highness.

Arriving for Die Quadriga Award Ceremony at the Komische Oper with H.E. Hamid Karzai, President of Afghanistan, and H.E. William Mkapa, President of Tanzania.