The Norwegian Nobel Committee has firmly rejected a request linked to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado seeking to share her Nobel Peace Prize recognition with former United States President Donald Trump.
Eko Hot News reports that the Nobel Committee clarified that Nobel Peace Prizes cannot be transferred, shared, or reassigned once they have been officially awarded, stressing that the rules governing the prize are final and binding.
Machado, who was recognised for her advocacy for democratic values and civic engagement in Venezuela, had publicly suggested that Trump should be acknowledged alongside her for what she described as his role in international political pressure efforts concerning her country.
In a formal response, the Nobel Committee stated that the statutes of the Nobel Foundation do not permit any laureate to divide or donate their prize to another individual after the announcement has been made.
The committee explained that Nobel Peace Prizes are awarded to individuals or organisations based strictly on the decision reached at the time of selection, and no subsequent personal gesture can alter that outcome.
Trump reportedly welcomed the symbolic gesture, describing it as an honour, but the committee reiterated that personal opinions or public reactions do not influence the legal standing of Nobel awards.
The Nobel Committee noted that it rarely comments on post-award conduct by laureates but made an exception in this case to prevent misinformation and public confusion surrounding the Nobel process.
International observers say the development has renewed global discussion about the integrity of prestigious awards and the limits placed on recipients after recognition has been granted.
Analysts also point out that the clarification reinforces the independence of the Nobel institution and its commitment to established procedures, regardless of political sensitivity or public pressure.
Machado has continued to dedicate her award to Venezuelans advocating peaceful civic reform, while maintaining praise for international actors she believes supported her cause.
The committee’s statement effectively ends speculation surrounding the possibility of shared Nobel honours and underscores that recognition remains exclusively with the officially named recipient.
The decision has attracted widespread attention across political and diplomatic circles, highlighting the continued global influence of Nobel Peace Prize announcements.
Eko Hot News will continue to monitor developments surrounding international recognition and global governance institutions.
