Sultan Al Qasimi Centre honours Sharjah Ruler's doctorate

As part of its ongoing Academic Degree project, the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre is commemorating the honorary doctorate awarded to His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, by the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom in 2008.

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This recognition from the prestigious British university, which was founded in 1828, was granted in honour of the significant contribution by HH the Ruler of Sharjah to the promotion of Arab and Islamic culture and heritage, as well as his efforts to foster cooperation, dialogue and understanding between different cultures and civilisations.

The UK recognition also acknowledged the Sharjah Ruler's active role in advancing development and progress in various spheres in Sharjah and elevating the status of education, culture, and the arts in the United Arab Emirates.

HH the Ruler of Sharjah was formally received by Sir Peter Middleton, Chancellor of the University of Sheffield, Vice Chancellor Professor Keith Burnett, Deputy Vice Chancellor for External Relations Prof Dominic Shellard, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Dr. David Fletcher along with various faculty deans, department heads, professors, and senior officials.

STAGE PERFORMANCE OF 'NIMROD': Following a meeting to discuss cooperation between the University of Sheffield and the University of Sharjah, Sheikh Sultan was ceremoniously robed in the doctoral gown. He then proceeded to the university's main hall, where the award ceremony commenced with a formal procession led by HH the Ruler of Sharjah.