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Princess Zahra speaking on the 40th anniversary of the Azzura '83 2023-06-20

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It was 18th June 1983 when Azzurra took part in her first race in the Challenger Series of the 25th America’s Cup in Newport, Rhode Island. The opponent that day was France III and victory went to Azzurra, the first in a long series of wins that would take the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda’s 12 Metre yacht all the way to the semi-finals of the qualification stage.

Speech by Princess Zahra Aga Khan to the Graduating Class at the UCA Convocation 2023-06-16

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Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim

Your Excellencies Imanaliev Kanybek Kapashovich, Minister of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

Saibzoda Rahim Hamro, Minister of Education and Science of the Republic of Tajikistan;
Altynbek Ergeshov, Governor of Naryn Oblast;
and Mirzonabot Alisher Khudoberdi, Governor of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast;
Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr Shamsh Kassim-Lakha, and Members of the Board;
Maxim Khomyakov, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences;
Dr Sulaiman Shahabuddin, President of the Aga Khan University;
UCA faculty and staff;

His Highness The Aga Khan Road named in Chantilly by Institut de France 2023-06-03

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French Authorities Honour Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Work in Chantilly
Under a radiant sun, distinguished guests gathered in the courtyard of the Grandes Ecuries of the prestigious Chantilly estate for a special celebration — a tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam by the Institut de France and the Town of Chantilly.

Prince Amyn represented Hazar Imam at the unveiling of a plaque at the Great Stables and the “His Highness the Aga Khan Road” sign. Also present were Princess Zahra, Prince Hussain, Prince Aly Muhammad, and Hazar Imam’s grandson, Iliyan.

Tahiyra wins the Irish 1000 Guineas at Curragh 2023-05-18

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The Aga Khan's Tahiyra (Ire) (Siyouni {Fr}) returned to re-establish her dominance at The Curragh on Sunday, providing Dermot Weld with a sixth G1 Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas and completing a weekend Classic double for her sire in the process.

The Aga Khan's daughter, Princess Zara, was in attendance to witness Tahiyra secure a commanding success. Her brown and green silks were also carried by the fourth, Tarawa (Ire) (Shamardal), who supplied Weld with a one-four in the race.

Princess Zahra at the establishment of construction of the Aga Khan University Hospital in Kampala, Uganda 2023-04-28

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Princess Zahra attended a commencement ceremony for the Aga Khan University’s Kampala campus today — marking the start of an exciting new chapter in its history, as the University establishes a long-term future in Uganda.

Construction is underway on a new 60-acre Aga Khan University (AKU) campus in Uganda’s bustling capital, signifying a pivotal milestone in the University’s 40-year history.

Princess Zahra delivered a message from Hazar Imam at the AKU Founder's Day and 40th Anniversary celebration 2023-03-18

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The Aga Khan University on Saturday celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2022, its first-ever Founder's Day and the University's 40th anniversary. Simultaneous ceremonies were held in Pakistan, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda and broadcast online to an international audience of AKU's friends and supporters. Princess Zahra Aga Khan attended the ceremony in Karachi and shared a message from His Highness the Aga Khan, Founder and Chancellor of the University. Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah was the Chief Guest.

'There's No Conflict Between Islam and Democracy' 2004-09-12

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In an interview with Deutsche Welle, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the hereditary imam of Shiite Ismaili Muslims, argues that today's Middle Eastern terrorists are fueled by political motivations and not religion.

Prince Hussain speaking at the AKU Climate Challenge conference 2022-12-02

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Prince Hussain Aga Khan on AKU President’s Challenge for Climate Solutions - The AKU President’s Challenge for Climate Solutions 2022 concludes today after an overwhelming response and participation from students across the University and beyond. As part of the months-long Challenge, the students worked on the theme.

Prince Amyn's speech at Chantilly on the event to honour Hazar Imam's with the naming of Aga Khan Road by Institut de France

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The Institut de France and the Town of Chantilly hosted the event to honour Hazar Imam's commitment to the town of Chantilly, an area with which Mawlana Hazar Imam and his family have strong historic ties. Prince Amyn represented Hazar Imam at the unveiling of a plaque at the Great Stables and the “His Highness the Aga Khan Road” sign. Also present were Princess Zahra, Prince Hussain, Prince Aly Muhammad, and Hazar Imam’s grandson, Iliyan. Prince Amyn delivered a speech including a message of gratitude from Mawlana Hazar Imam.

Epsom Derby: Ten greatest winning performances of the last 50 years - Shergar wins 1981 202nd Epsom Derby

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Shergar began his first season of racing in September 1980 and ran two races that year, where he won one and came second in the other. In 1981 he ran in six races, winning five of them. In June that year he won the 202nd Epsom Derby by ten lengths—the longest winning margin in the race's history

Prince Hussain delivers his keynote address in Calgary at the launch of the Canadian Living Seas Exhibition 2023-05-18

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On 18 May, Prince Hussain and Princess Fareen attended an event hosted by the University of Calgary. In front of an audience comprising faculty and staff, as well as community and Jamati representatives, Prince Hussain delivered a keynote address.

Princess Zahra Aga Khan arrives in Zanzibar for the Polyclinic opening 2023-04-25

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https://www.afd.fr/en/actualites/tanzan ... lth-clinic

Agence Francais de Developement: Tanzania: Zanzibar’s New State of the Art Health Clinic

published on 26 April 2023
Health and Social Protection
Africa Tanzania
Polyclinique Aga Khan à Zanzibar

Construction starts on Kampala Campus of Aga Khan University Hospital Uganda 2023-04-28

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Princess Zahra attended a commencement ceremony for the Aga Khan University’s Kampala campus today — marking the start of an exciting new chapter in its history, as the University establishes a long-term future in Uganda.

Construction is underway on a new 60-acre Aga Khan University (AKU) campus in Uganda’s bustling capital, signifying a pivotal milestone in the University’s 40-year history.

Hazar Imam made a speech at the Leaders Banquet in Damascus during during the 2008 Golden Jubilee visit to Syria

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Hazar Imam addressed the Syrian Jamati Leadership at a banquet in Damascus during His 2008 Golden Jubilee visit to Syria August 23-30-2008

SPEECH AT THE INSTITUTIONAL DINNER GROSVENOR HOUSE HOTEL - 1994-08-17

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Hazar Imam spoke at the Institutional Dinner held at Grosvenor House Hotel in London, England during the 1994 Holy Padhramni

His Highness The Aga Khan welcomed to Bahrain 2003-12-08

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King receives the Aga Khan

His Majesty King Hamad last night received at Rawdah Palace the spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslims, the Aga Khan.
Also present was Crown Prince and BDF Commander-in-Chief Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

The King and the Aga Khan discussed the Ismaili leader's network of services in the education, health, construction, cultural and financial sectors.

They also exchanged views on issues of concern to the Muslim world.

His Majesty later decorated the Aga Khan with the Bahrain Medal (first class) and then hosted a dinner banquet in his honour.



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