Bono from U2 holds the award for Global engagement during the "Echo Music Awards" ceremony in Berlin March 25, 2007. The German Phonographic Academy honours artists from all over the world in 24 categories.

This award was an honorary prize for his global activities, especially fighting poverty.
 

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