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Patricia Espinosa Cantellano
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| Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change | |
| In office 18 July 2016 – 15 July 2022 |
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| Preceded by | Christiana Figueres |
| Succeeded by | Simon Stiell (Acting) |
| Ambassador of Mexico to Germany | |
| In office 6 September 2013 – 18 July 2016 |
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| Secretary of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office December 1, 2006 – December 1, 2012 |
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| President | Felipe Calderón |
| Preceded by | Luis Ernesto Derbez |
| Succeeded by | José Antonio Meade Kuribreña |
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Patricia Espinosa Cantellano
October 21, 1958 Mexico City, Mexico |
| Relations | Married |
| Alma mater | El Colegio de México Graduate Institute of International Studies |
| Profession | Diplomat |
Patricia Espinosa Cantellano (born October 21, 1958) is a Mexican diplomat. A diplomat is someone who represents their country in other nations. She worked to build good relationships between countries.
From 2016 to 2022, she was the leader of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. This group helps countries work together on climate change. She also served as Mexico's Secretary of Foreign Affairs. This is like being the top diplomat for her country. She was also an ambassador to several countries, including Austria, Germany, Slovenia, and Slovakia.
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Early Life and Education
Patricia Espinosa Cantellano was born in Mexico City, Mexico. She studied International Relations at El Colegio de México. This means she learned about how countries interact with each other. She also studied International Law in Switzerland. She is married and has two children.
A Career in Diplomacy
Patricia Espinosa Cantellano started her career in the Foreign Service in 1981. This is a special part of the government. It helps manage how a country deals with other countries.
She worked in different important roles. She handled money matters for Mexico at the United Nations in Geneva. She also worked in the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She helped organize meetings for different groups of countries.
In 2000, she became an Ambassador. This is a very high rank for a diplomat. She worked at the Mexican Embassy in Germany. Later, she became the Ambassador to Austria. She also worked with many international groups in Vienna.
In 2006, she became Mexico's Secretary of Foreign Affairs. This was a very important job. She helped Mexico work with other countries.
During her time as Secretary, she achieved many things:
- She helped organize the first G-20 Summit in an emerging country. This is a big meeting of leaders from major economies.
- She led the 16th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP16). This meeting helped countries agree on ways to fight climate change. The "Cancun Agreements" were a big success.
- She made Mexico's relationship with the United States stronger. They worked together on many important issues.
- She helped coordinate the world's response to the H1N1 pandemic. This health crisis started in Mexico.
- She helped create new groups for countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. These groups help countries work together.
Because of her great work, she was named "Ambassador Emeritus" in 2012. This is a special honor for top Mexican diplomats.
From 2012 to 2016, she was again the Ambassador of Mexico to Germany. She worked to improve the relationship between Mexico and Germany. She helped bring more German investments to Mexico. This helped Mexico's economy grow.
In 2016, she was chosen to lead the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This organization helps countries deal with climate change. She worked to make sure the Paris Agreement was put into action. The Paris Agreement is a global plan to reduce climate change.
Awards and Honors
Patricia Espinosa has received many awards for her work:
- Ambassador Emeritus of Mexico: This is the highest honor for Mexican diplomats.
- German Sustainability Prize: She won this award in 2012.
- Sustainability Prize: She received this award in 2019.
- Decorations from many governments: She has been honored by countries like Germany, Argentina, and the Netherlands.
Other Important Work
Patricia Espinosa also helps with many other important groups. She is a member of panels that plan for the future. She works with groups that focus on climate change and gender equality. She helps make sure that women have a voice in important global discussions.
See also
In Spanish: Patricia Espinosa para niños
