President Asif Ali Zardari of Pakistan has conferred the esteemed Nishan-e-Pakistan award upon Prince Rahim Aga Khan.
The prestigious accolade was presented during a formal ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Islamabad, attended by numerous prominent figures and dignitaries.
The honour was bestowed upon Prince Rahim for his visionary leadership in pioneering transformative initiatives across various sectors in Pakistan. Through the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), he has played a crucial role in enhancing commercial banking, microfinance, insurance, sustainable tourism, and renewable energy landscapes. His efforts have advanced economic development and promoted environmental stewardship by establishing policies and practices to combat climate change.
Under his guidance, the AKDN has been instrumental in broadening access to financial services, benefiting nearly 50 million people nationwide. This award recognizes Prince Rahim Aga Khan’s enduring impact on Pakistan’s socioeconomic fabric.
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