12 June 2015, Rome--- Queen Letizia of Spain was named FAO Special Ambassador for Nutrition in a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters today. The appointment was made in recognition of the Queen's personal commitment to building a world free from hunger and malnutrition, and Spain's efforts to promote global food and nutritional security. As Special Ambassador, Queen Letizia will engage in raising awareness of global hunger challenges and building public support for hunger eradication.