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Who were named as recipients of the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2026?
Tommy Koh, Bo Kyi and Runa Khan
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Tommy Koh, Bo Kyi and Runa Khan
Tommy Koh, Bo Kyi, and Runa Khan named 2026 Ramon Magsaysay Award recipients
The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation announced the winners of the 2026 edition on August 31, 2026, marking the 119th birth anniversary of former Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay. Widely regarded as 'Asia's Nobel Prize', the annual honor celebrates transformative leadership and selfless service across Asia. The 2026 laureates represent distinct contributions: Singaporean diplomat Tommy Koh for international law and UNCLOS negotiation, Myanmar activist Bo Kyi for advocating for political prisoners, and Bangladeshi social entrepreneur Runa Khan for health care and climate-resilient development via NGO Friendship.
Winners: Tommy Koh (Singapore), Bo Kyi (Myanmar), and Runa Khan (Bangladesh)
Announcement Date: August 31, 2026 (119th birth anniversary of Ramon Magsaysay)
Presentation Ceremony: November 15, 2026, at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila, Philippines
Award Significance: Established in 1958 and named after the 7th President of the Philippines; referred to as 'Asia's Nobel Prize'
A is correct тАФ Tommy Koh (Singapore), Bo Kyi (Myanmar), and Runa Khan (Bangladesh) were officially named recipients of the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2026.
To remember the Ramon Magsaysay Award for static GK, associate it with the Philippines (established 1958). Vinoba Bhave was the very first Indian recipient in 1958 for his Bhoodan Movement.