KARACHI: The Edhi Foundation was presented with the Isa Award for Service to Humanity by the Kingdom of Bahrain.
The award carried a US$1 million reward, along with a medal of pure gold and a high certificate of appreciation.
The award was delivered to the Edhi Foundation at a grand royal ceremony by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the ruler of Bahrain. It followed the recommendations of an international jury, which selected the Edhi Foundation after shortlisting several qualifiers.
According to a press release issued by the awarding committee, the honour, which is given every two years, was established in 2008 by a Royal Decree from King Hamad. It aims to recognize individuals that have dedicated their lives to humanitarian work.
Faisal Edhi received the award on behalf of the foundation.
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