Upon being advised that the Royal Institute of British Architects had decided to award you their gold medal for your contribution to international architecture, I wish to congratulate you for having been so distinguished, bringing great honour to Portugal and the Portuguese. This is one more award that will join the innumerable prizes you have received, an unequivocal proof of your talent and of the national and international recognition with which you are rewarded.

Please accept my congratulations and sincere best wishes for your personal happiness and professional prosperity.

Anibal Cavaco Silva