HM King’s Chair to promote coexistence
Rome : The Professorship Chair established in the name of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at Italy’s La Sapienza University was inaugurated in Rome.
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Charity Works and Youth Affairs and Royal Charity Organisation (RCO) Chairman, was deputised to attend the official signing ceremony for the
Chair.
The Chair is dedicated to teach youth of various countries the values of peaceful coexistence and inter-religious understanding.
Addressing the gathering, Shaikh Nasser said, “The inauguration of HM the King’s Chair at La Sapienza University, one of the oldest and most prestigious educational institutions in Europe, wasn’t by coincidence, but by careful design.
“It’s symbolic of the key values that HM King has been striving to instil in our nation: education; whether academic, excellence, or life lessons in adhering to the principles of tolerance and coexistence.
“Recent years have tested our nations across the globe. They have enabled us to realise our strengths and weaknesses. The steep social, political and economic learning curves have taught us that with a culture of coexistence, there is nothing that our nations cannot endure,” he added.
He also conveyed HM the King’s orders to the Royal Charity Organisation to provide financial support to the students and families affected by the recent series of earthquakes that hit Italy.
Representing La Sapienza University in the signing ceremony was Rettore Eugenio Gaudio, while the Bahraini side was represented by the Bahrain Federation of Expatriate Associations Secretary-General Betsy Mathieson.
St Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral Vicar Father MB George with HH Shaikh Nasser during the event.
‘This is Bahrain’ unveiled
During the event, Shaikh Nasser inaugurated “This is Bahrain” exhibition in Rome, which showcases HM the King’s most recent achievements in various government and private sectors in the Kingdom.
The exhibition also showcases life in Bahrain featuring Charities, Clubs, Associations and Religious Institutes as well as Bahrain University, Arabian Gulf University, Applied Science University and various Bahraini schools.
La Sapienza University, UoB ink MoU
Shaikh Nasser also attended an official signing ceremony of an MoU between La Sapienza University and Bahrain University for student exchange programmes. Representing La Sapienza University was Rettore Eugenio Gaudio, while University of Bahrain was represented by Dr. Riad Hamza of Bahrain University.
Bilateral trade deal
Shaikh Nasser also witnessed the signing of an MoU aimed at strengthening trade relations between the Economic Development Board and Confirmi Industria. The MoU aims at strengthening trade relations between Bahrain and Italy.
Gala dinner
Shaikh Nasser participated in a gala dinner in the presence of the Ambassadors of the GCC countries.
It was attended by La Sapienza Rector and Faculty, students and their families. Bahraini students interested in studying at the university as well as Bahraini delegates and other guests were also present. The gala dinner featured a multi-faith wedding aimed at showcasing religious tolerance and co-existence in the Kingdom.
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