Riyadh: One of the largest award ceremonies in the Islamic world, the prestigious King Faisal Prize ceremony, was held under the special patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
The event brought together distinguished personalities, scholars, and scientists from around the world. High-ranking government officials, diplomats, intellectuals, and members of academic and research communities attended in large numbers, making it a significant global gathering of knowledge and scholarship.
This year, in the Service to Islam category, Abdul Latif bin Ahmed Al-Fozan and Muhammad Muhammad Abu Musa were honored. In Islamic Studies, Abdul Hamid Hussein Mahmoud Hamouda and Muhammad Waheeb Hussein were recognized, while Pierre Larcher received the award in Arabic Language and Literature.
In the field of Medicine, Svetlana Moisov was awarded, and in Science (Mathematics), Carlos King received the honor.
The King Faisal Prize was established in 1977 and first awarded in 1979. Initially limited to three categories, it later expanded to include Medicine and Science, becoming one of the most prestigious global recognitions for academic and research excellence.
The prize is highly regarded internationally and is considered a prominent global honor recognizing outstanding contributions in science, literature, and Islamic service. The 2026 ceremony reaffirmed the commitment to promoting knowledge and research by honoring experts from across the world.
