Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev have been awarded the Zayed Prize in recognition of their efforts to advance peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Organizers say the leaders were honored for their consistent commitment to promoting dialogue, strengthening cooperation, and contributing to long-term regional stability in the South Caucasus.
Armenian media report that the award also includes a substantial cash prize.
It was announced in January that Pashinyan and Aliyev had been named laureates of the prize. The award ceremony took place in Abu Dhabi on February 4. The awards were presented by the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan took to the stage together to thank the organizers for the award.
The Zayed Prize recognizes initiatives and leadership that support peace, reconciliation, and constructive international engagement. The award highlights the importance of sustained political will in overcoming conflict and fostering regional cooperation.
