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The decision was formally announced on January 15, marking a posthumous tribute to the late Ismaili leader\u2019s long-standing contribution to regional development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At a ceremony held at Olbia City Hall, Mayor Settimo Nizzi confirmed the airport\u2019s new name: Olbia\u2013Costa Smeralda\u2013Prince Karim Aga Khan IV Airport. Princess Zahra Aga Khan attended the event, thanking Italian authorities for the honour and highlighting her father\u2019s commitment to long-term planning that respected Sardinia\u2019s environment, culture, and local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prince Karim Aga Khan IV first became involved in Sardinia in the early 1960s, when the area lacked basic infrastructure. He promoted sustainable tourism through strict architectural guidelines and improved connectivity, including supporting the airport\u2019s development. 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