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About the Prize
The annual Chatham House Prize is awarded to the statesperson who is deemed by Chatham House members to have made the most significant contribution to the improvement of international relations in the previous year.
The selection process draws on the expertise of Chatham House's research teams and three presidents - Lord Ashdown, Sir John Major and Lord Robertson. Our members are then invited to vote for the winner in a ballot.
The winner is presented with a crystal award and a scroll signed by our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen. The award ceremony and dinner takes place at a City of London venue with keynote speeches by leading figures in international affairs. The recipient of the Prize or a keynote speaker from the ceremony will often address a Members' Event on or around the day of the award.
The Chatham House Prize was conceived in 2004, under Professor Victor Bulmer-Thomas, the then Director. The concept and crucial early support came from Raj Loomba of the Loomba Trust and a Council Member. Together they supervised the first award in 2005 and, importantly, set the template that has ensured its ongoing success.
Chatham House Prize 2010
HE Abdullah Gül, President of Turkey, has been voted the winner of the Chatham House Prize 2010. Other nominees were HE Christine Lagarde, Finance Minister, France and Stjepan Mesić, President of Croatia (2000-10). More information on the 2010 Prize and nominations >>
Chatham House Prize 2009
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, was awarded the 2009 Prize. He was recognized for being a key driver of stability and integration in Latin America and has made a major contribution to reducing poverty in Brazil through innovative and responsible economic policies. HRH The Duke of Kent presented the award. Keynote speeches were delivered by Lord Mandelson and Lord Robertson.
Chatham House Prize 2008
President John Kufuor of Ghana was awarded the 2008 Chatham House Prize. Known as the 'Gentle Giant', he took a lead role in mediating in regional conflicts and promoting peace and economic growth in Ghana. The award was presented by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. Keynote speakers included Baroness Vadera and Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
Chatham House Prize 2007
HH Sheikha Mozah was awarded the Prize in 2007 for her commitment to progressive education in the Middle East and for advocating closer relations between Islam and the West. She was presented with the award by HRH The Duke of York and keynote speakers included Senator George Mitchell, Baroness Symons and Lord Hurd.
Chatham House Prize 2006
HE Joaquim Chissano was awarded the Prize in 2006 in recognition of his success while President of Mozambique from 1986 to 2005 in turning the war-torn country into one of Africa's most successful democratic states. He was presented with the award by HRH The Princess Royal and the keynote speakers included Lord Triesman and Lord Ashdown.
Chatham House Prize 2005
HE President Victor Yushchenko was awarded the inaugural Prize in 2005 in recognition of the political courage and skill he demonstrated in steering a peaceful process of political change in Ukraine. He was presented with the award by HM The Queen and the keynote speakers included Cherie Booth QC and Lord Robertson.
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