Nobel Laureate Pillai Responds to Trump's Criticism of Peace Prize
Ms. Pillai received the Nobel Peace Prize for her extensive record in human rights protection spanning six decades. She described the award as a surprise and emphasized that the Nobel Committee clearly outlined her contributions as a judge, high commissioner for human rights, and activist in South Africa. In response to President Trump's criticism of the decision, Pillai noted that she did not request the prize and that it was awarded based on merit rather than personal requests. She affirmed her intention to continue the work, stating the recognition will support those efforts. Pillai also referenced ongoing disturbances in areas mentioned by the U.S. President, underscoring the continued relevance of human rights advocacy.
