The leader of the Ismaili community offers 100 million euros in support of the Syrian government
March 18, 2025, 10:51 am

The leader of the Ismaili community offers 100 million euros in support of the Syrian government

رحيم آغا خان

In an important gesture to support the new Syrian government and the Syrian community, Rahim Aga Khan, the leader of the Ismaili community, announced the donation of 100 million euros in Brussels. The Ismailis are considered one of the components of the Syrian community, with an estimated population of about 400,000 people across the country.

In a related context, donor countries, including the European Union, pledged yesterday (Monday) to provide assistance to Syrians totaling 5.8 billion euros. This amount is less than their previous commitments due to the lack of contribution from the United States in this context. The European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Suica, expressed her honor in announcing that donor countries have pledged a total of 5.8 billion euros, including 4.2 billion euros in grants and 1.6 billion euros in loans.

The European aid will allocate about 2.5 billion euros (approximately 2.7 billion dollars) to assist Syria in its reconstruction efforts following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad.

Who is "Rahim Aga Khan," the leader of the Ismaili community?

Rahim Aga Khan is the leader of the Aga Khan community, one of the Ismaili sects, and is considered a prominent figure in the Ismaili community and the Islamic world. He was born on December 13, 1936, and is the grandson of the previous leader of the community, Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah Aga Khan.

Rahim Aga Khan became the fourth and 49th Imam in 1957 following the death of his grandfather and is known for his significant contributions to improving education and social and economic development in Ismaili communities. He is also recognized for his charitable works through the "Aga Khan Foundation," which works to enhance the living conditions of communities in various countries.

Rahim Aga Khan is also an influential figure on the international stage, contributing to interfaith dialogue and sustainable development. He pays attention to the arts and culture, working to promote understanding and appreciation between different cultures.

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