Marcos Pontes, first Brazilian in space was appointed UN’s Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Goodwill Ambassador. , UNIDO’s Goodwill Ambassador Program has recruited notable personalities including businessmen and industrialists from various regions of the world to improve the agency’s visibility, profile and global reach, both with governments and business circles. UNIDO’s Goodwill Ambassadors according to UNIDO “also have an advisory role and support the agency’s activities in its three thematic priorities: poverty reduction through productive activities, trade capacity building, and energy and environment.” UNIDO Goodwill Ambassadors include the chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Rajendra K. Pachauri of India and the businessmen Peter Sutherland (Ireland) and Mansour Cama (Senegal). Read: -“UNIDO Says –Green Industries Essential for Sustainable Economic Growth” - diplomaticallyincorrect.org/films/blog_post/green-industries-essential-for-sustainable-economic-growth-by-ambassador-mo/36279 From Poverty to First: Mr. Pontes was born into poverty in the suburbs of São Paulo, He attained his goals through basic education and professional skills training that enabled him to commence subsequent studies in aeronautical technology and engineering, UNIDO noted. “With his unique life story, Marcos Pontes is giving an example of how basic education and professional skills can make a real difference. His story is an inspiration for many people around the globe,” noted UNIDO Director-General Kandeh Yumkella. “Looking from space, earth is a unique and beautiful planet. We have 7 billion people trying to live with some quality on this wonderful blue home. But that will not be possible if we try it selfishly. We need to get together and prepare the new generation to be citizens of one world. UNIDO can help in this challenge, and I am honoured to accept the nomination to cooperate as UNIDO Goodwill Ambassador for a better future on earth,” according to Mr. Pontes. Read Previous Report on UNIDO Role: - “Connectedness Translates to Prosperity” - diplomaticallyincorrect.org/films/blog_post/connectedness-translates-to-prosperity-by-ambassador-mo/41754 By Ambassador Muhamed Sacirbey Facebook – Become a Fan at “Diplomatically Incorrect” Twitter – Follow us at DiplomaticallyX “International Financial Crisis” Channel - diplomaticallyincorrect.org/c/international-financial-crisis