On 23 June 2023, the Special Envoy contributed to the International Chamber of Commerce 2023 World Chambers Competition Gala and Award ceremony. During his speech, the Special Envoy used his career in motorsports to draw an analogy to his role and mandate within the UN. The Special Envoy highlighted the importance of innovation towards transforming and shaping a sustainable future, by adopting business models that foster both economic growth and ecological balance. It is only “by prioritizing sustainability that we can ensure a thriving place for the generations to come”.