Press Release - International Olympic Committee

In accord with the views of the Brazilian Government and the Ordem do Progresso, the International Olympic Committee would like to extend it's full support for the immediate implementation of a free and fair election to be held.

This decision came to fruition after discussion between the IOC and Brazilian Soccer Legend, Pele. As a result of Pele's ability to articulate the views of the Brazilian people, the IOC have chosen to elect Pele to serve as Vice President of the IOC.The IOC is confident that the addition of Pele to the Executive Board will better allow the organization to make policy decisions concerning the Brazilian people.

Furthermore, the IOC would like to promote the concert being held by Pele, in the name of peace. More details regarding this concert to be distributed at a later date.