Nobel Institute rejects transfer of Peace Prize following Machados proposal

January 10, 2026 • Google News World

Nobel Institute Clarifies Eligibility for Peace Prize

The Nobel Institute has stated that the Peace Prize cannot be transferred to another individual, following a suggestion by Venezuelan politician Maria Teresa Machado. According to the institute, the prize is awarded to a single person or organization each year.

Machado had previously offered Trump her Nobel Peace Prize, but the Nobel Institute has clarified that this is not possible. The institute’s rules state that the prize cannot be transferred or sold, and it is intended to recognize an individual or organization’s contributions to peace and conflict resolution.

The Nobel Institute’s clarification comes as Machado and Venezuelan President Juan Guaido vie for Trump’s attention in an effort to gain influence over US policy towards Venezuela. Despite this, the Nobel Institute has maintained its neutrality on the matter.

In a statement, the Nobel Institute reiterated its rules regarding the Peace Prize, stating that it is awarded annually to recognize outstanding contributions to peace and conflict resolution. The institute emphasized that the prize is not transferable or divisible.

The clarification comes as Machado’s offer of the Nobel Peace Prize has sparked controversy, with some questioning the legitimacy of her claim. The Nobel Institute’s decision to clarify its rules on the matter is seen as a way to maintain the integrity of the award and ensure that it is awarded in accordance with its established procedures.

Machado had offered Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, but the Nobel Institute has stated that this is not possible. The institute’s rules state that the prize cannot be transferred or sold, and it is intended to recognize an individual or organization’s contributions to peace and conflict resolution.

The clarification comes as Machado and Guaido vie for Trump’s attention in an effort to gain influence over US policy towards Venezuela. Despite this, the Nobel Institute has maintained its neutrality on the matter.

In a statement, the Nobel Institute reiterated its rules regarding the Peace Prize, stating that it is awarded annually to recognize outstanding contributions to peace and conflict resolution. The institute emphasized that the prize is not transferable or divisible.

The clarification comes as Machado’s offer of the Nobel Peace Prize has sparked controversy, with some questioning the legitimacy of her claim.

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