King Charles Hosts Aga Khan at Windsor Castle to Mark First Accession Anniversary
King Charles hosted the Aga Khan at Windsor Castle, marking one year since the spiritual leader assumed leadership of global Ismaili Muslims.
King Charles welcomed the Aga Khan V to Windsor Castle for a private black-tie dinner marking the first anniversary of his accession as spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims worldwide.
Rahim Al-Hussaini became the 50th hereditary Imam on February 4, 2025, following the death of his father, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV.
The King granted the new Aga Khan the title “His Highness,” continuing a long-standing tradition between the British monarchy and Ismaili leadership. Members of the Aga Khan’s family also attended the anniversary dinner.
The Aga Khan serves as the spiritual leader of millions of Ismaili Muslims and is regarded by followers as a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, often treated as a head of state.
Relations between the British royal family and the Aga Khan’s family span decades, with Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles maintaining close ties with the late Aga Khan IV, including shared interests in philanthropy and horse racing.
King Charles last met Prince Rahim in 2023 at Buckingham Palace through his work with the Aga Khan Development Network and its humanitarian projects across developing countries.
The royal dinner highlighted both personal ties and continued cooperation between the British monarchy and the Aga Khan institutions active in global development efforts.
The Windsor Castle gathering reaffirmed historic relations between the British royal family and the Aga Khan leadership while marking a new chapter under Aga Khan V.
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