World Leader for Peace and Security Award 2015 Summary Prime Minister of Japan and Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel were honored as World Leaders for Peace and Security 2015. Award announcementChancellor Angela Merkel, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe are named in...
Biden, Macron announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
On November 25, 2024, the Boston Global Forum (BGF) hosted a momentous event at Harvard University's Loeb House: the Ceremony Honoring French President Emmanuel Macron with the 2024 World Leader for Peace and Security Award. President Macron's acceptance speech...
Remarks of Honor: Boston Global Forum (BGF) and Shinzo Abe Initiative Honoring Dr. Tan-Sun (Mark) Chen with the Shinzo Abe Award
Distinguished leaders and esteemed guests, September 20, 2024, we stand united in honoring the legacy of two remarkable leaders who have made an indelible impact on the Indo-Pacific region and global peace—Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Dr. Tan-Sun Chen. We gather...
Shinzo Abe
Shinzo Abe was Prime Minister of Japan from 2006-2007 and again from 2012-2020. During his time as Prime Minister, Abe reinforced nation-wide Cybersecurity in Japan and launched the Basic Action Cybersecurity program and Cybersecurity Strategy. Abe considers cybersecurity a critical issue to Japan’s national security and crisis management, as well as an important element fostering the Japan’s Growth Strategy.
Andreas Norlén
Andreas Norlén was elected the Speaker of the Riksdag on 24 September 2018. He was honored with the 2021 World Leader for Peace and Security Award. He demonstrated outstanding competency by coordinating three consecutive government formations in Sweden in a peaceful...
Ursula von der Leyen
President von der Leyen is a tireless advocate for a more united Europe, a Europe that would assume a larger role in international diplomacy and security.