Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering commitment to democracy and peaceful reform in Venezuela.
The Nobel Committee in Oslo, led by Chairman Jørgen Watne Frydnes, praised Machado as a “brave and committed champion of peace,” recognizing her decades-long struggle for the Venezuelan people’s democratic rights.
In its official statement, the committee said Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and her efforts to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.”
Committee praises Machado’s courage and vision
The Nobel Committee described Machado as “a woman who keeps the flame of democracy alive amid growing darkness,” emphasizing her courage in the face of repression. Frydnes added that her dedication represents the very essence of democracy — the collective effort to defend popular rule despite disagreements.
“At a time when democracy is under threat, defending our common values is more important than ever,” he said.
A dangerous fight for freedom
The committee acknowledged the serious risks faced by activists in Venezuela, where dissent is often met with intimidation and violence. Despite these challenges, Machado has continued to advocate for free and fair elections, choosing ballots over bullets throughout her political journey.
Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize win comes as a significant morale boost for Venezuela’s opposition movement, symbolizing global recognition of the country’s struggle for democracy and human rights.
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She will receive a Nobel medal, diploma, and a cash award of 11 million Swedish kronor (approximately $1.16 million).
Supporters across Latin America have hailed the decision as a victory for peaceful resistance, courage, and democratic hope in a nation facing prolonged political and economic turmoil.
