Former world No.1 Boris Becker will shortly be entering into the world of politics after being selected to represent an African nation.
The 50-year-old has been confirmed as the Attaché for Sports and Humanitarian and Cultural Affairs in the European Union. He will be taking his role on behalf of the Central African Republic. A country that declared independence from France in 1960 and has a population of over 5.6 Million, according to the CIA World Factbook.
Becker, who won six grand slam titles during his professional career, attended an official meeting earlier this week in Brussels. It was held at the Central African Republic embassy.
“I feel very much honored that this challenging task was offered to me. In my new role, I will do my utmost to support the Central African Republic, which still has to cope with a multitude of economic, cultural and social problems, on its path that began with the election of President Touadéra.” Becker said in a statement.
“My goal is to use my international network and relations to help make the country safe and worth living for its people. I am convinced that the refugee crisis in Europe can only be resolved by significantly improving living conditions in the regions and countries affected by the crisis.”
The appointment has been welcomed by President Touadéra, who has led the African nation since 2016. He was present at the Brussels meeting alongside ambassador Daniel Emery Dede.
“We are extremely pleased that a world star like Boris Becker, with his extensive international relations, has agreed to support our country, which has been on the path toward change since the beginning of my presidency in 2016. We also want to set another example of peace and stability for the Central African Republic.” Said Touadéra.
According to Irle Moser Rechtsanwälte PartG, Becker takes on the new role as a volunteer. It is unclear if he will receive any payment or not. He will also have his own office in the Belgian capital.
Since retiring from tennis, Becker has undertaken a series of roles. The most well known being his three-year stint as Novak Djokovic’s coach. A partnership that ended in 2016. Less than a year after he was declared bankrupt in June 2017 by a London court.
Becker also currently holds a role within the German Tennis Federation.
H.E President Prof. Faustin Archange Touadéra in Brussels yesterday appointing me as its Attache’ for Sports/Humanitarian/Cultural Affaires in the European Union 🇪🇺 pic.twitter.com/ACp3sDynQn
— Boris Becker (@TheBorisBecker) April 27, 2018
