Chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on Thursday received the King Charles III Harmony Award at the St. James Palace in London, the Chief Adviser’s press wing said in a statement.
The award recognises Professor Yunus’ unique contribution to ensuring harmonious coexistence between people, nature and the environment, bringing about positive changes in the lives of the marginalised communities and building a peaceful, harmonious and sustainable world, it added.
“It is a wonderful prize,” the chief adviser said, thanking His Majesty for standing by Bangladesh during this pivotal period in the country’s history, according to the press statement.
“This is a recognition of the work we have done to uplift vulnerable communities and reflect the value His Majesty The King also champions,” the Chief Adviser said while receiving the award.
“This is a fantastic way to protect what we stand for,” Yunus said, adding it will inspire young people in Bangladesh “to create a country they dream about.”
Ahead of Award Ceremony, His Majesty King Charles III welcomed the Chief Adviser for a private audience at the Buckingham Palace.
During the half an hour-long one-on-one meeting, they discussed issues of mutual interests.