THE GREATER STEP
From May 24th to May 26th, at Tokyo International University, MUN@TIU 2019 was successfully held with two committees: World Trade Organization (WTO) on the topic of Addressing the US-China Trade War, and General Assembly (GA) on the issue of Reforming the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
It was a memorable journey not only with nearly 40 outstanding delegates who came from different countries, but also with our team who had dedicated almost 7 months to organize the event.
Planning Stage
As the weather grew warmer from spring to summer, the same went for the preparation for MUN@TIU 2019 - everything was up and running. The team was more than welcoming to outstanding delegates from not only Japan but also other countries to come and participate. We received numerous applications from delegates from different nationalities. To ensure that international participants are well catered to their needs in Japan, the organizers were always ready to answer any inquiries whether it be access, fee, and application procedures. There were also efforts to provide pick up services from various locations near the venue and the airport for delegates who were unsure of how to commute in Japan.
DAY 1
The conference officially started by the opening remark from our Secretariat. After hearing the general rules, the first session of the conference began with eloquent opening speeches from all delegates in both committees. The last opening speeches concluded the first day of the conference. After that, everyone had time to get to know each other and enjoyed a cozy buffet dinner.
With opening remarks from the Secretariats, the conference commenced
Day 2
Mr. Leon Malazogu kicked off day 2 by sharing his experience as an Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo
On the second day of the conference, we had the honor to welcome Mr. Leon Malazogu, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to Japan, to our conference as the Keynote Speaker. In the speech, he enthusiastically talked about Kosovo war, discussing the US - China Trade War and explained how it impacted the foreign policies of each country.
The delegate of UK (Best Delegate Award of GA Committee) in an unmoderated caucus
After his inspiring speech, delegates in both committees moved to the second session with intense debates on various sub-topics. In WTO Chamber, delegates had made fruitful discussions about China's disputable economic status; the US's policies of blacklisting Chinese telecommunications firms; and imposing tariffs on Chinese goods. Meanwhile, in the General Assembly, all delegates extensively debated three specific topics, which were increasing the UNSC's permanent and non-permanent membership of the UNSC; promoting regional representation; and improving the effectiveness of the veto power. As a result of the third session, two committees produced insightful working papers. However, there were still disagreements among blocs based on each country's national interest.
After the hard work, all the delegates finally had time to relax with a lavish buffet dinner and enhance the relationship with each other. Furthermore, in this social event night, our staff specially prepared a mini live show with wonderful performances from TIU students. What an amazing night!
Day 3
On the third day of the conference, both committees entertained several unmoderated caucuses to discuss the working papers. There were updates with some new sub-topics, and delegates gradually solved the disagreements among each other. As a result, in WTO Chamber, one draft resolution was successfully passed. Nevertheless, in the General Assembly, disagreement between member states remained unsolved and consequently, all draft resolutions were failed to be adopted. The three-day conference ended with the Awards and Closing Ceremony, the Dais honorably announced the Best Delegate, the Best Position Paper, and the Outstanding Delegate Award.
Delegates of WTO committee dealing with a surpising crisis after adopting a draft resolution…
while the conflict between member states of the GA room remained unsolved
All delegates joined in a photo after the Awards and Closing Ceremony
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