Delegates Forge Path Towards Sustainable Nuclear Power in Model United Nations General Assembly First Committee

For it’s second day at the Model United Nations General Assembly First Committee has come together to tackle the pressing issue of sustainable nuclear power, igniting passionate discussions and negotiations in the pursuit of crafting effective resolutions. Amidst intense deliberations, a coalition spearheaded by South Africa, Sweden, Slovenia, and other member states, has put forth a comprehensive resolution aimed at…

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Model United Nations Delegates Spearhead Global Effort to Combat Food Insecurity with Comprehensive Resolution

In a significant development at the latest session of the Model United Nations, delegates in the Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) are currently in the process of drafting a comprehensive resolution aimed at addressing the pressing issue of food insecurity, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set for 2030. Delegates from Nicaragua, Korea, Ireland, Qatar, Russia, and…

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Security Council’s First Meeting

Excitement and anticipation clouded the room as the Security Council held its first meeting at the MUNFW on April 19, 2024. As the room settled, students transformed into delegates ready to advocate for their country and discuss global crises. The first order of business was to set the agenda. Delegates rose to propose which matters they found the most concerning…

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Human Rights Council and Security Council Resolutions on Climate Action

Unmoderated caucus ends at 10:43 a.m. on April 20th in the Human Rights Council, followed by a lunch break until 12 p.m. (Happy 4/20 to the supporters of a green new deal). The Security Council committee is attempting to pass a resolution that reaffirms human rights as “universal, indivisible, interdependent, and interrelated,” and the need for member states to acknowledge…

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Key points from UNITAR and roundtable event

Today's session was spurred to action with a 9 a.m. UNITAR meeting and roundtable event. Key speakers at this event were Mike McBride, Wes Rist, and Michelle Cervantes, all of whom are specialists in their field and former Model UN participants. Each speaker has a deep background and understanding of political science and wants to use their position as a…

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Insights from the Opening Plenary: Perspectives from Delegates and Chairs

Following the opening plenary meeting, delegates broke off into their designated committees to begin debates on their appointed issues. I had the opportunity to interview delegates and chairs from the General Assembly and the FAO committee respectively. Following the six interviews I conducted, the main takeaways from the plenary were issues surrounding Israel and Gaza, sustainability, and overall inspiration from…

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Addressing Nuclear Realities: Insights from the Model United Nations General Assembly First Committee

As the Model United Nations General Assembly First Committee concludes its first session, delegates from around the globe gather to address pressing issues in the realm of nuclear weaponry and the potential benefits of nuclear energy. The prevailing sentiment among members echoed with calls for disarmament and the prohibition of future developments in nuclear weaponry. "Nine states. We live in…

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Report on 73rd MUNFW Opening Plenary

April 19th, 2024: 5:00PM The MUNFW Opening Plenary has officially begun. A hush falls over delegates. The President of the General Assembly, Marcus Williams, calls for a moment of meditation and prayer. Apprehension hangs in the air as he announces the agenda for this years conference: genocide and mass atrocities, risks and opportunities posed by emerging technologies, and climate smart…

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Russia in the News vs. the IAEA and Passed Resolutions

The final day at the conference is bringing a wave of excitement as delegates anxiously hustle to finish passing resolutions in every committee. This is especially true for the International Atomic Energy Association (IAEA). At the start of day three, one resolution passed unanimously on the First Topic on promoting the safe use of nuclear technology in the eradication of…

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Third Committee Final Resolutions on Unilateral Coercive Measures

Monday, April 24 was the last day for committee sessions, putting the six committees in a race against time to cover the rest of their agenda topics. On Sunday, April 23, the Third Committee successfully passed three resolutions concerning universal access to health care services. On Monday, the Committee passed another three resolutions on unilateral coercive measures and their effects…

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