KantMUN 2026

Topic

The Ethiopian Civil Conflict: Ensuring Peace, Humanitarian Access, and Regional Stability

Chair

• Felix Bretzke

Countries

Topic

Managing the Economic Implications of Global Competition in Artificial Intelligence Development

About the committee

Artificial Intelligence has rapidly emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, reshaping industries, labor markets, education, healthcare, and global economic structures. As nations and corporations race to develop increasingly powerful AI systems, concerns surrounding technological inequality, workforce displacement, market concentration, and access to computational resources continue to grow. While AI presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation and economic growth, its benefits remain unevenly distributed. Developing economies risk falling behind in the global digital transition, while advanced economies grapple with questions regarding regulation, competitiveness, and the future of employment. The concentration of AI infrastructure, talent, and investment within a limited number of actors has further intensified discussions surrounding economic sovereignty and equitable development. In this committee, delegates will examine the economic consequences of global AI competition and explore mechanisms to foster innovation while ensuring inclusivity, sustainability, and shared prosperity. Discussions may encompass technological accessibility, workforce adaptation, international cooperation, ethical economic development, and strategies to bridge the widening AI divide. Delegates are encouraged to develop forward-thinking and practical solutions that balance economic growth with social responsibility in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Chairs

• Shravan Shankar Coimbatore Shyamsundar
• Julian Suszek

Countries

Topics

1. The Ethical Governance of Biotechnology: Developing international frameworks for the governance of gene-edited crops while promoting food security.
2. Addressing the impacts of critical mineral extraction for green technologies: The social, environmental, and economic impacts of mining lithium, cobalt, and other critical minerals used for green technologies.

Chairs

• Lilian Schrimpf
• Katherine (Lee) Bond

Countries

Topic

Addressing Gender-Based Violence Against Women and Girls by Challenging Social Norms, Traditions, and Cultural Beliefs, Placing Particular Emphasis on the Eradication of Femicide, Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence.

About the committee

Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls is addressed by the United Nations as a global issue with implications for human rights, public health, sustainable development, and social stability. The term encompasses a broad range of acts committed on the basis of gender, including, but not limited to, femicides, sexual assault, domestic violence, trafficking in persons, harmful practices, economic violence, psychological abuse, and technology-facilitated violence. The prevalence, manifestations, and reporting of gender-based violence vary across regions and countries due to differing legal systems, social structures, and cultural contexts. A range of factors may influence the occurrence and persistence of gender-based violence. These include legal and institutional frameworks, socioeconomic conditions, access to education and services, as well as social norms, traditions, and cultural beliefs surrounding gender roles and interpersonal relationships. While many traditions and cultural practices contribute positively to community identity and social cohesion, some may also influence attitudes or behaviors related to gender-based violence. Consequently, Member States, observers and international organizations have adopted different approaches to addressing these factors while considering national contexts and cultural diversity. Within the mandate of UN Women, delegates are invited to examine existing international frameworks, national policies, and cooperative initiatives aimed at preventing and responding to gender-based violence against women and girls. Discussion may include measures related to prevention, victim support, access to justice, education, capacity-building, data collection, and international cooperation. Although this agenda highlights femicides, sexual assault, and domestic violence, delegates are encouraged to consider other forms of gender-based violence relevant to their proposed solutions. In developing resolutions, delegates should consider the diversity of legal systems, cultural perspectives, and national priorities represented by all participating delegations, while identifying opportunities for international cooperation and the exchange of effective practices consistent with the mandate of UN Women.

Chairs

• Doga Cavusoglu
• Sarah Katharina Else Kahlenberger

Countries

Topic

Strengthening the Protection and Safety of United Nations Humanitarian Personnel and Journalists in Armed Conflict.

Chairs

• Rian Dara
• Francesco Bitonto

Countries

Topic

Ensuring Equitable and Safe Global Access to GLP-1 Therapies Amid Shortages, Counterfeit Medicines, and Rising Demand

Chairs

• Dinmukhammad Anvarov
• Mijat Caković

Countries