Tokyo, Japan – Makaira KK (CEO: Koichiro Fujii, COO: Akira Takahashi), a specialized public affairs firm, has been selected as a finalist in the Public/Private Partnership category for The Gold Standard Awards 2026. This marks the third consecutive year the firm has been recognized, following its win in 2024 & in 2025.

The Gold Standard Awards, presented by Public Affairs Asia and The Public Relations and Communications Association Asia Pacific (PRCA Asia Pacific), celebrate excellence in the public affairs industry throughout the Asia-Pacific and Middle East. Winners will be announced on 15th September.

2026 Gold Standard Award Finalists
https://prca-international-awards.org/goldstandard2026/#2026-finalists

Makaira was selected as a finalist in the following category:

・THE GOLD STANDARD AWARD FOR PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP

The Gold Standard Awards 2026 are hosted by Public Affairs Asia and PRCA Asia Pacific, one of the world’s largest PR federations. Winners will be announced on 15th September.

Makaira received this award in 2024 and in 2025 and is now a contender for the third year in a row.