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Friendship Founder Runa Khan receives Ramon Magsaysay Award 2026
The ceremony was followed by a gala dinner honouring this year’s laureates
Daily Sun Report, Dhaka
Published: 15 Nov 2026, 05:20 PM
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Runa Khan, founder of Friendship, received the 2026 Ramon Magsaysay Award at a ceremony at the Metropolitan Theatre (MET Theatre) in Philippines capital Manila on Sunday.
The ceremony was followed by a gala dinner honouring
this year’s laureates, said a press release.
Earlier, on 11 November, Khan delivered a lecture
reflecting on her journey and the experiences that shaped her work as a humanitarian
and social innovator.
Francisco Magsaysay, grandson of former Philippine president
Ramon Magsaysay, formally presented the 68th Ramon Magsaysay Award 2026 to
Friendship Founder Runa Khan.
Widely regarded as Asia’s premier recognition for
public service and transformative leadership, and often described as the “Nobel
Prize of Asia”, the Ramon Magsaysay Award was established in memory of former
Philippine president Ramon Magsaysay.
First presented in 1958, it recognised individuals
and organisations whose work demonstrated courage, integrity, and service to
the region. By 2026, it had honoured 359 individuals and organisations across
24 countries and territories in Asia.
Khan became the 14th Bangladeshi recipient through
receiving this year’s award.