Deadline: 02-Aug-21
Nominations are now open for the NIKKEI ASIA AWARD, a project to recognize innovation originating in Asia sponsored by Nikkei Inc. “Innovation from Asia” is any activity that promotes the transformation of Asia and the world, and supports the realization of a free and prosperous society from the Asian perspective — based on the diverse values of Asia.
The award focuses on novel and innovative activities started in Asia, and led by people from and living in Asia, creating a free and prosperous society by revitalizing the region and improving lives. Nikkei newly launched the Nikkei Asia Award in 2021.
An individual and/or a group is commended for activities in fields such as business, research, technological development and social/artistic activities. An individual or a group responsible for one activity is selected as the winner annually.
Funding Information
- The prize is FIVE MILLION yen.
Qualifications
- Candidates MUST meet the following conditions:
- Nominated by others. Direct applications will not be accepted.
- From or living in Asia.
- Contributing to Asian-based activities which have started in Asia.
- Japanese individuals and groups consisting only of Japanese citizens will be excluded.
- For the Nikkei Asia Award, the following regions are referred to as “Asia”:
- East Asia (Korean Peninsula, China, etc.)
- Southeast Asia (Indochina, ASEAN member countries, etc.)
- Southwest Asia (Indian subcontinent countries)
- Independent nations in the Asia-Pacific region
Evaluation Criteria
Winner selection is a comprehensive evaluation of activities that meet the following evaluation criteria:
- Being novel and innovative
- Creating a free and prosperous economic society by revitalizing the region and improving lives
- Having continuity in activities and businesses, and expectations of future growth and expansion
- Having social influence and expectations to expand globally.
For more information, visit https://www.nikkeiasiaaward.org/