Norwegian Nobel Committee rejects Machado request to give Peace Prize to Trump

The Norwegian Nobel Committee on Sunday rejected Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s request to transfer her 2025 Peace Prize to U.S. President Donald Trump.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced that the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be transferred, divided, or revoked, rejecting Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s request to award her 2025 prize to U.S. President Donald Trump.

In a statement, the committee emphasized that once the prize is awarded, there is no legal possibility to transfer or alter it, describing the decision as “final and valid forever.” The committee also stated it would not comment on the behavior or statements of laureates after receiving the award.

Machado had previously said she intended to share her 2025 Peace Prize with Trump, expressing gratitude for his military intervention in Venezuela. Trump responded positively in a public statement, describing such a gesture as a “great honor.”

The Nobel Committee’s response effectively ends debates about transferring the prize and clearly underscores the official and legal framework that protects the integrity of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Awarded on October 10, 2025, the prize to Maria Corina Machado sparked media discussion about the actions and positions of laureates after receiving the award. The committee reiterated that the prize belongs to the individual laureate, and no organization or person has the right to transfer it.

By firmly rejecting Machado’s proposal, the Nobel Committee reinforces the principle that the Peace Prize is a personal honor, safeguarding the award’s independence from political maneuvering.

The decision also serves as a reminder to the global community that the Nobel Peace Prize operates under strict legal and ethical standards, ensuring that recognition remains impartial and credible.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee’s statement preserves the prestige and authority of the Nobel Peace Prize, affirming that the honor belongs solely to its recipient and cannot be influenced, shared, or reassigned under any circumstances.

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