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The 81-year-old is known as a man of few words but his tireless work over six decades has seen communities across the world thrive

THE Aga Khan is one of the world’s most generous philanthropists and the spiritual leader of more than 15 million Ismaili Muslims worldwide.

He has spent the last 60 years beautifully bridging gaps between communities, ensuring his legacy breaks boundaries between religions, cultures and societies. But just who is he and why is this such a special year for him?

e are used to seeing Her Royal Majesty in a uniform of conservative suits, but tonight she delighted royal fans as she slipped into a dazzling ballgown.

The Queen welcomed dignitaries to Windsor Castle for a glittering reception on Wednesday evening, and did so in a hot pink dress.

The 91-year-old monarch looked elegant in a floor-length gown silk gown complete with gold motifs as she welcomed guests to the White Drawing Room.

The event was held in celebration of the Diamond jubilee of the the Aga Khan's leadership as Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim Community.

President
Guests, citizens of Uganda

I want to say today how honored I am to celebrate this occasion with you - 55 years of independence

Your national pathway has been exciting and inspiring to watch and all your friends, including of course myself, look to the future of Uganda in hope, in aspiration, for a better quality of life for all the people of Uganda and of this region of Africa.

As I began to write this column, I googled the word “Islam” for a snapshot of news coverage about the only religion that is now growing faster than the world’s population.

It was only after 10 pages, and about 100 stories, one appeared with a positive tone. The rest, as you can guess, were about terrorism, war, hate, blasphemy and extremism.

But there is another side to Islam, one we rarely see, read or hear about. One that inspires with pluralism, humanitarianism and action framed in ethical service and unrelenting philanthropy.

Leaders from the past and present arrived at Hazar Imam's residence at Aiglemont on Tuesday July 11, 2017 to mark the inauguration of the Diamond Jubilee marking 60 years on the Masnad of Imamat.

A musical ensemble at Aiglemont represented music from the global Jamat. Devotional songs representing the diversity of the Ismaili community were as well as ginans.

Over 400 senior leaders of the worldwide Ismaili Muslim community moved in procession towards the residence of His Highness the Aga Khan at his Aiglemont estate in Gouvieux, France on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee.

OTTAWA, July 11, 2017 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Imamat Day:

"Shia Ismaili Muslims gather today in Canada and around the world to celebrate the diamond jubilee of their 49th hereditary Imam and spiritual leader, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.

"Since becoming Imam in 1957, the Aga Khan has used his role to advance global humanitarian causes, helping to support sustainable development and poverty reduction projects and enhance civil society and education around the world.

OTTAWA, July 11, 2017 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Imamat Day:

"Shia Ismaili Muslims gather today in Canada and around the world to celebrate the diamond jubilee of their 49th hereditary Imam and spiritual leader, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.

"Since becoming Imam in 1957, the Aga Khan has used his role to advance global humanitarian causes, helping to support sustainable development and poverty reduction projects and enhance civil society and education around the world.

The event will be marked across the world

Members of the Ismaili Muslim community in the UAE are celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Aga Khan, marking his 60th year as the 49th hereditary spiritual leader of the community.

Global Ismaili community leaders to participate in the event in Hyderabad

The Shia Ismaili community on Tuesday will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee or the 60th year of Aga Khan as the 49th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader). This worldwide celebration brings together the global Ismaili community, partners of the Aga Khan Development Network, the government and the faith’s community leaders in over 25 countries.

Special prayer will also be offered for development and prosperity of the country on the occasion

The 60th Imamat anniversary of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan,spiritual leader of Ismaili community will be held in Gilgit Baltistan on Tuesday.

Functions in this connection will be held in Jamaat Khana's at morning.
Special prayer will also be offered for development and prosperity of the country on that occasion.