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Nikkei Asia Prize

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The Nikkei Asia Prize (Japanese: 日経アジア賞) is an award which recognizes the achievements of people and organizations that have improved the lives of people throughout Asia. The awards were created and presented by Nikkei Inc, one of the largest media corporations in Japan.

Launched in 1996, the program honors people in Asia who have made significant contributions in one of the three areas: regional growth; science, technology and innovation; and culture.[1]

The category for regional growth (Economic and Business Innovation) is designed to recognize business and economic initiatives that improve living standards and stability in their regions. This could be entrepreneurs who have successfully developed industries and businesses due to innovation.

The category for science, technology and environment was established to recognize scientific researches and technological innovations in various fields.

The category for Culture is designed to recognize people who have made a difference in their countries and Asia through cultural, artistic or educational activities.[2]

Winners

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Economic and Business Innovation (formerly Regional Growth)

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Science, Technology and Environment

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Culture and Community

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Nikkei Asia Prize Website
  2. ^ Nikkei website, Guidelines for nominations
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