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TOKYO -- The co-founders of Southeast Asia's largest ride-hailing company, a water purification pioneer and a folk music museum curator have been chosen for this year's Nikkei Asia Prizes.
The awards honor individuals and groups that have contributed to Asia's prosperity and quality of life. The award ceremony is expected to be held in Tokyo by the end of the year.