جائزة الملك فيصل.. حين تتكلم السعودية بلغة العلم

Since its launch decades ago..

The King Faisal Prize

(may God have mercy on him and forgive him)

has become one of the most prominent scientific and intellectual initiatives in the Arab world..

Not only because of the great name it carries..

but also because of what it represents as a comprehensive project that elevates the status of science..

and celebrates the minds that make a difference in human life..

The prize, inspired by the legacy of King Faisal bin Abdulaziz (may God have mercy on him)

was not a seasonal event..

but a continuous journey..

that has gone through stages of development and expansion..

until it has become today a global platform

recognized by all..

awaited by scholars and thinkers from various countries around the world..

And based on:

The King Faisal Foundation

this journey has continued steadily..

maintaining its identity..

and renewing its tools..

until it has established its presence as a knowledge bridge connecting cultures..

and gathering minds around a single table titled science..

In its latest session..

the recent award ceremony

which I was honored to attend

confirms this growing presence..

It was held under the generous patronage of

His Royal Highness

The Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region

Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz

and in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz..

Founder and member of the Board of Trustees of the King Faisal Foundation

and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies..

In a scene that reflects the state's appreciation for science, and its celebration of its people..

In his speech at this ceremony

he affirmed that the prize continues steadfastly in its mission..

honoring excellence wherever it may be..

and believing that science remains the common denominator that unites humanity..

and that supporting knowledge is an investment in the future of the world..

And if this vision is what guides the prize's journey..

its results are clearly reflected in the list of winners each year..

where names are celebrated as much as

the impact is honored..

The winners.. when the impact speaks

The prize in its latest session honored a select group of scholars and thinkers from various countries around the world..

who contributed with their scientific and humanitarian output in serving humanity,

in a scene that reflects the universality of the prize.. and its scientific neutrality..

Among the honorees..

the name of the Saudi businessman

Abdul Latif Ahmed Al-Fawzan stood out..

who received the prize for his service

to Islam for the year 2026..

in recognition of his efforts in charitable work.. and his contributions to serving the houses of God..

through qualitative initiatives..

that reflect the deep connection between Islamic architecture and its civilizational message..

The list of winners also included prominent international names in the fields of medicine and science..

who made qualitative contributions to the development of scientific research..

and the improvement of quality of life..

which confirms that the prize celebrates

achievement wherever it may be..

and grants it the status it deserves..

A Saudi prize.. with a global spirit

Here, the philosophy of the prize is evident

as it does not merely settle for honoring achievement

but establishes the concept of human partnership in knowledge,

and affirms that true progress begins with appreciating minds..

For this reason:

the prize has never been confined to a local framework,

but has launched into a broader space..

honoring minds from the East and the West..

and celebrating thought wherever it may be..

Its fields vary between:

* Service to Islam

* Islamic Studies

* Arabic Language and Literature

* Medicine

* Sciences

These fields reflect a deep understanding of the concept of development,

which can only be built on a balance of knowledge and values,

and the holistic development of the human being..

Efforts that reinforce the position

and it is impossible to talk about this journey,

without praising the significant role played by

His Royal Highness

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal..

and what His Royal Highness

Prince Turki Al-Faisal is currently doing

in establishing the prize's position

and enhancing its presence

until it has become of such global weight..

Prince Turki Al-Faisal's role is also highlighted..

in pushing it towards broader horizons..

to keep the prize true to its name..

and great in its message..

Conclusion:

When Saudi Arabia speaks

the world understands..

that the King Faisal Prize..

is not just an annual honor..

but a continuous message..

that affirms that this country..

when it speaks..

chooses to speak the language of science..

May God have mercy on King Faisal..

who understood that building a human being

is the greatest legacy a nation can leave..

And this prize will remain a living witness..

that true impact is not measured by what is said,

but by what is created..

and what knowledge leaves as light on the path of humanity..

And in conclusion

what the prize has achieved

in terms of high status..

is the fruit of sincere efforts made by the King Faisal Foundation..

represented by the sons and grandchildren of Faisal

and the prize's secretariat with its Secretary-General

Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Sabeel

and all those behind this

qualitative work..

who have made it a model

and a continuous Saudi message..

that does not cease..