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Global Fred Award Winners List

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The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in China (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

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International Economic Cooperation Award

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January 23, 2026

Reason for Winning:

The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in China is awarded the Global Fred Award for International Economic Cooperation for its outstanding achievements in China-BiH trade cooperation. Having engaged in bilateral trade for decades, it has built an efficient international economic bridge, with its contributions aligning with the Award’s mission of mutual benefit and coordinated development.

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Xin Lyu (China)

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AI Education Outstanding Contributor Award

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January 23, 2026

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Professor Xin Lyu awarded the Global Fred Award for AI Education Outstanding Contributor for his outstanding contributions to digital media art education. Holding a PhD from Communication University of China and with visiting scholar experience at Northeastern University, he has 20+ years of teaching and research experience, serving as Dean of the Digital Human Research Institute at CUC, a member of Beijing’s Young Talent Program and a Young Top-notch Scholar of CUC.

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Keke Gai (China)

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AI Education Outstanding Contributor Award

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January 23, 2026

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Professor Keke Gai receives the Global Fred Award for AI Education Outstanding Contributor for his groundbreaking contributions to AI education. Holding a PhD from Pace University and with 11 years of overseas research experience, he is Vice Dean of the School of AI at Beijing Institute of Technology, a recipient of the National Young Talent Program, and one of the world’s top 2% scientists.

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Atanas Georgiev (North Macedonia)

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International Excellence Contribution Award

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January 23, 2026

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Atanas Georgiev is honored with the Global Fred Award for International Excellence Contribution for his 20+ years of dedication to international documentaries and achievements across creation, judging and education. As a multi-role professional (director, producer, editor), top film festival judge and university distinguished professor, he is a benchmark figure in documentaries. His participated work “Honeyland” won three Sundance awards and two Oscar nominations, becoming a model of artistic and social value integration.

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Zhen Xu (China)

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International Excellence Contribution Award

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January 23, 2026

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Professor Zhen Xu receives the Global Fred Award for International Excellence Contribution for his groundbreaking work in urban building cluster seismic resilience and global disaster risk reduction. Holding a Tsinghua University Civil Engineering PhD with Stanford University research experience, he is Dean of University of Science and Technology Beijing’s School of Future Urban Studies, a National "Ten-Thousand Talents Program" Young Top-notch Talent, and a 2025 world’s top 2% scientist.

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Li Yuan (China)

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AI Education Outstanding Contributor Award

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January 23, 2026

Reason for Winning:

Professor Li Yuan is the recipient of the Global Fred Award for AI Education Outstanding Contributor, recognized for his pioneering contributions to AI and cybersecurity education, global talent cultivation, and the advancement of international standards. He is a Professor at the School of Artificial Intelligence, Beijing Academy of Governance, a Distinguished Young Backbone Teacher in Beijing, and holds key expert roles including Technical Guidance Expert for the 45th WorldSkills Cybersecurity Competition. He has built a global education model integrating international standards with local practice, led major internationalized training initiatives, and made significant academic and research contributions aligned with the mission of the Global Fred Award.

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Sinisa Berjan - Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to China (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

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International Excellence Contribution Award

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January 23, 2026

Reason for Winning:

Ambassador Sinisa Berjan is awarded the Global Fred Award for International Excellence Contribution for his profound diplomatic experience and outstanding cross-border leadership. Since taking office as Bosnia and Herzegovina's Ambassador to China in January 2024, he has been committed to advancing global diversified cooperation, deepening China-BiH bilateral relations, and building exchange bridges between BiH and the world.

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Muddu Sudhakar - Aisera (USA)

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AI Industry Influential Leader Award

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January 18, 2026

Reason for Winning:

Muddu Sudhakar won the GFA-AI Industry Influential Leader Award for leadership in enterprise AI service automation, advancing privacy-aware NLP, global customer success, and compliance frameworks that elevate user experience across borders.

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