A week after the passing of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, King Charles III has granted the title of 'His Highness' to his son, Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V.
This honour follows Rahim's appointment as his father's successor, becoming the 50th Imam of the Shia Nizari Isma'ili Muslims.
The announcement was made on the Royal Family's official X page on Monday morning. "To mark the accession of Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan as the fiftieth hereditary Imam of the Shi'a Ismaili Muslim community, and in accordance with long-standing tradition, it has pleased The King to grant the new Aga Khan the title 'His Highness'." The monarchy typically grants titles to publicly recognise individuals for exceptional service to the crown, their country, or the community.
Such titles symbolise loyalty, achievements, or contributions in various fields, including military valour, governance, the arts, or philanthropy, thus elevating their status in society.
