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Prince Aly Muhammad attended the 19th Al Burda Award ceremony on 18 November 2025 at Louvre Abu Dhabi, hosted by the UAE Ministry of Culture under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.

This year’s edition centred on the theme “Social Cohesion & Unity,” aligned with the UAE’s 2025 Year of the Community. Drawing inspiration from Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13) - “O mankind, indeed We have created you … peoples and tribes that you may know one another … the most noble of you … is the most righteous of you”. The theme underscored that diversity is not a source of division but an opportunity for mutual understanding, respect, and unity.

The evening unfolded with the announcement of the award winners in Arabic calligraphy, poetry, and ornamentation, followed by captivating Islamic musical performances that blended classical traditions with contemporary expression. The ceremony also provided moments of meaningful dialogue and cultural exchange, bringing together artists, poets, and calligraphers from around the world.

The event highlighted and further emphasised the growing partnership between the UAE Ministry of Culture and the Aga Khan Museum. Under their Memorandum of Understanding, three Emirati museum professionals curated an exhibition drawn from more than 300 works in the Al Burda Collection — first unveiled at Louvre Abu Dhabi and now showcased at the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto.

Minister Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi acknowledged Prince Aly Muhammad’s presence, underscoring the strengthened collaboration between the Ismaili Imamat and the UAE.