ROME: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President of the friendly Italian Republic HE Sergio Mattarella, exchanged high medals of both countries at the Quirinale Presidential Palace in the capital, Rome.
His Highness the Amir was awarded the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, the highest order in Italy, in recognition of His Highness’s efforts in strengthening friendly relations between the two countries.
For his part, His Highness the Amir presented the Italian President with the Sword of the Founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani, as an embodiment of His Excellency’s role in supporting and consolidating relations between the two countries.
The Founder's Sword and the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic are the highest medals in both countries, and are awarded to kings, princes and heads of state.
