HIS EXCELLENCY JAMAL SAND AL SUWAIDI AWARDED THE GOLDEN LION FOR MERIT AND THE TRICOLOUR SASH AS AMBASSADOR OF THE GOLDEN LION FOR PEACE

HIS EXCELLENCY JAMAL SAND AL SUWAIDI AWARDED THE GOLDEN LION FOR MERIT AND THE TRICOLOUR SASH AS AMBASSADOR OF THE GOLDEN LION FOR PEACE

 

A solemn ceremony held on Monday, 12 October 2026, at the Senate of the Italian Republic. A prestigious institutional tribute to an internationally distinguished figure recognised for his contribution to culture, dialogue between peoples and the promotion of peace.

ROME – On Monday, 12 October 2026, a ceremony of considerable institutional significance took place in the prestigious setting of the Senate of the Italian Republic, during which His Excellency Professor Jamal Sand Al Suwaidi, distinguished scholar and Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research, received the Golden Lion for Merit and the Tricolour Sash as Ambassador of the Golden Lion for Peace.

These two important distinctions pay tribute to the value of his academic, scientific and institutional career, as well as to his contribution to international relations, cooperation between nations and the promotion of a culture of peace.

The Golden Lion for Merit was conferred by the Golden Lion Committee, represented by Dr Sileno Candelaresi, President of the Golden Lion, alongside Dr Luz Adriana Sarcinelli, Vice-President and moderator of the event, who guided the proceedings and contributed to the distinction and solemnity of the occasion.

The choice of such a prestigious institutional venue lent particular significance to the event, highlighting the importance of cultural exchange and international cooperation as essential instruments for fostering mutual understanding and strengthening relations between peoples and institutions.

Professor Jamal Sand Al Suwaidi has devoted a substantial part of his professional life to the study of international relations, geopolitical developments and the dynamics shaping regional and global affairs. Through his research, scholarly publications and commitment to cultural dialogue, he has contributed to a deeper understanding of the major challenges of our time, with particular regard to security, stability and international cooperation.

The conferment of the Golden Lion for Merit represents a mark of esteem for his intellectual standing and his contribution to knowledge and international debate. The Tricolour Sash as Ambassador of the Golden Lion for Peace carries an additional symbolic significance: it represents an honorary commitment to promoting harmony among peoples, cultural diplomacy, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.

Through these dual distinctions, the Golden Lion Committee reaffirms its commitment to recognising internationally prominent individuals whose authority, achievements and dedication can help foster stronger relationships between cultures and institutions.

The President of the Golden Lion, Dr Sileno Candelaresi, promoted the conferment as an expression of the organisation’s mission: to recognise merit, celebrate excellence and highlight individuals whose personal and professional achievements embody values of universal significance. The participation of Dr Luz Adriana Sarcinelli, in her dual capacity as Vice-President and event moderator, further enhanced the institutional character of the ceremony.

The Tricolour Sash, reflecting the colours of the Italian national flag, represents a symbol of identity, friendship and international openness. Its presentation to His Excellency Jamal Sand Al Suwaidi expresses the aspiration to foster bonds of mutual esteem and cooperation between nations, founded upon culture and dialogue.

The ceremony, held on 12 October at the Senate of the Italian Republic, provided an opportunity to reaffirm the role of knowledge and cultural diplomacy in shaping a shared vision for the future. It was an occasion in which the recognition of individual merit was intertwined with a broader message to the international community: peace is not merely an objective to be pursued, but a daily commitment sustained through dialogue, responsibility and respect for human dignity.

The Golden Lion for Merit and the Tricolour Sash as Ambassador of the Golden Lion for Peace therefore represent two complementary forms of recognition. The former celebrates the value of an individual’s personal and professional achievements; the latter symbolises a commitment to dialogue, cooperation and harmony among peoples.

Through this distinction, the Golden Lion Committee renews its mission to promote excellence, recognise merit and encourage a culture of understanding and engagement between nations.

A solemn tribute to His Excellency Professor Jamal Sand Al Suwaidi and, at the same time, a message of universal significance: peace is built through culture, strengthened through dialogue and sustained by the shared responsibility of those who work towards a world founded upon mutual understanding and international cooperation.