The International MANGA Award, which was established in May this year, received 146 entries from 26 countries and regions all over the world.  As a result of the recent screening, the winner of the first International MANGA Award was confirmed as follows: (For the introduction of the works and artists, see this site http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/gaiko/culture/manga/index.html )

The International MANGA Award (best work)

Name of Artist: Lee Chi Ching, 43, China (Hong Kong), Name of Work: Sun Zi's tactics

"Shorei" Award (three excellent runners-up)

Name of Artist: KAI (China (Hong Kong), 28), Name of Work: 1520
Name of Artist: Benny Wong Thong Hou (Malaysia, 30), Name of Work: Le. Gardenie
Name of Artist: Madeleine Rosca (Australia, 26), Name of Work: Hollow Fields

 The countries and regions of the artists in order of their number are:
China (including Hong Kong) 24, U.K. 15, Germany 14, Malaysia 11, France 10, Taiwan 9, ROK and Spain 8 each, Vietnam 7, Philippines 6, U.S. and Indonesia 5 each, etc.
Of the 146 entries, 19 works (12 countries) were selected for the final decision.

On July 2 (Mon), an award presentation ceremony and a reception will be held at Iikura House.  The award winners will be presented with trophies designed by designer Taku Sato.  The Japan Foundation will invite the winners to Japan for a 10-day visit that includes the award presentation ceremony, meetings with Japanese MANGA artists, and visits to related organizations.

source: MOFA