MUNWeb 2024

Topics

1. Sustainable Ocean Mining
2. Combating Rising Sea Levels

About the committee

\\\OCEAN MINING/// The uncontrolled exploitation of marine resources stands as a persistent threat to global ecological balance and socio-economic stability, leading to habitat disruption and degradation. Through the lens of SDG 14, delegates must forge a path toward sustainable ocean-mining practices while mitigating adverse impacts; ensuring the longevity of our marine ecosystems. \\\RISING SEA LEVELS/// In the last decade, several island states have disappeared due to the rise in worldwide sea levels. Sea-level rise in relation to statehood will be a tenet of the debate; UNEP membership must reach consensus on monitoring, technology, and approach in order to draft solutions addressing threats to coastal communities and ecosystems being weakened by rising shorelines.

Chairs

• Jessica D'silva
• Frederico de Castro Andrade Gasparian

Countries

Topics

1. Conflict in Eastern Congo
2. Ensuring Security and Stability in Haiti

About the committee

\\\CONFLICT IN EASTERN CONGO/// The UN Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) has been unsuccessful in efforts to offensively thwart indiscriminate killings, mass rape, and mass displacement. DRC President Felix Tshisekedi requested his government expedite removal of the mission this year. The Council acknowledges past failures to protect citizens from the violence committed by militant groups in the region. Therefore, it is our duty to reaffirm the mission in Eastern Congo and provide solutions to the ongoing crisis. \\\ENSURING SECURITY AND STABILITY IN HAITI/// Since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021, Haiti has faced a power vacuum worsened by contested leadership and a struggling government. The situation has led to widespread protests, with citizens demanding governmental accountability, justice, and better living conditions. Haiti also grapples with high levels of poverty, corruption, and extreme gang violence, further complicating efforts to restore stability. International organizations and neighboring countries have offered assistance, but the situation remains precarious--with concerns over human rights violations and humanitarian need. Efforts to establish a functioning government and address the root causes of the crisis, including political corruption and economic inequality, are crucial for Haiti's long-term stability and development.

Chairs

• Ioannis Angelos Karanasios
• Asiya Shakeel

Countries

Topics

1. Addressing the growing concern for Private Military Contractors
2. Establishing international norms for use of Artificial Intelligence in the military

About the committee

\\\ADDRESSING THE GROWING CONCERN FOR PRIVATE MILITARY CONTRACTORS/// Private Military Contractors (PMCs) and Security Contractors (PMSCs) are a persistent, global issue affecting international organizations, States, and citizens. The UNHR Special Procedures Working Group on the use of mercenaries can provide the foundation for DISEC delegates to frame the debate and address key challenges surrounding the international deployment of PMC/PMSCs by organizations, States, and private actors. \\\ESTABLISHING INTERNATIONAL NORMS FOR USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE MILITARY/// The proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its under-regulated use is of growing concern to the international community in regard to the military. DISEC must determine how the HLCP Inter-Agency Working Group’s principles for the ethical use of AI can be applied to the international security sphere; working to fill-the-gaps in the ethical, military use of AI in order to strengthen all UN frameworks on the topic.

Chairs

• Abrorzhon Yormatov
• Julian Auert

Countries

Topics

1. Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan
2. Child Soldiers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

About the committee

\\\HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN SUDAN/// The enduring crisis in Sudan has plunged millions of its citizens into dire humanitarian circumstances--with widespread shortages of essential resources such as food, water, and shelter still endemic at the time of UN withdrawal. Council members must define and mitigate the risks associated with the termination of UNITAMS, while ensuring the continued delivery of humanitarian aid, and accelerate regional outreach in order for UN-led humanitarian regimes to continue. \\\CHILD SOLDIERS IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO/// The DRC has been identified as one of the gravest violators of the human rights of children. The SRSG for Children & Armed Conflict has recommended governmental implementation of action plans dating back to 2012, but governmental violations against children continue. HRC members must resolve to strengthen accountability measures designed to address both state-led and non-governmental violators, and ensure international standards of juvenile justice.

Chairs

• Sagar Shahi
• Taïra Sow

Countries