Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize by the Norwegian Nobel Committee for her dedicated efforts to uphold democratic rights in Venezuela and her continued struggle for a peaceful political transition in the country.
The announcement was made in Oslo on Friday, marking one of the key moments of Nobel Week 2025. This year, the Nobel Committee received a total of 338 nominations, including 244 individuals and 94 organisations, recognising global contributions to peace and human rights.
The prize decision was announced by J&oslash;rgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the five-member Nobel Committee, at the Norwegian Nobel Institute. Other members of the committee include Asle Toje, Anne Enger, Kristin Clemet, and Gry Larsen, all noted figures in politics, education, and human rights advocacy.
Machado&rsquo;s recognition highlights Venezuela&rsquo;s continuing struggle for democracy amid political and humanitarian challenges, reinforcing global support for peaceful democratic reform.

Venezuelan leader Maria Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy

Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan leader Maria Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy

October 10, 2025 | 20:17 IST