WASHINGTON — The Norwegian Nobel Institute has swiftly dispelled any speculation surrounding the notion of Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado transferring or sharing her recent Nobel Peace Prize with former U.S. President Donald Trump.

In a brief statement issued on Friday, the Nobel Institute emphasized the irrevocable nature of the award once it is announced. “The decision is final and stands for all time,” the Institute declared, underscoring the prize’s non-transferable status.

This clarification follows Machado’s expressed desire to extend the honor to Trump, recognizing his role in the U.S.-led operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuela’s authoritarian leader, Nicolás Maduro. Maduro is currently facing drug trafficking charges in New York.

During a conversation with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Machado articulated her sentiments, saying, “I certainly would love to be able to personally tell him that we believe – the Venezuelan people, because this is a prize of the Venezuelan people – certainly want to, to give it to him and share it with him.” She praised Trump’s efforts, describing them as a “historic” move towards fostering a democratic transition in Venezuela.

“I certainly would love to be able to personally tell him that we believe – the Venezuelan people, because this is a prize of the Venezuelan people – certainly want to, to give it to him and share it with him,” Machado told Fox News host Sean Hannity on Monday. “What he has done is historic. It’s a huge step towards a democratic transition.”

Machado dedicated the prize to Trump, along with the people of Venezuela, shortly after it was announced. Trump has coveted and has openly campaigned for winning the Nobel Prize himself since his return to office.

When it comes to governing Venezuela after Maduro’s capture, though, Trump has so far backed someone else: acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who served as vice president under Maduro.

He’s called Machado a “very nice woman” but said she doesn’t currently have the support within Venezuela to govern. He told Hannity on Thursday that Machado plans to visit next week and referred to a potential Peace Prize offering as a “great honor.”

A representative for Machado did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment.