DIPLOMACY WEEK

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

The UNSC is one of the, if not the most, powerful organs of the UN. It is charged with the mission of ensuring international peace and security. It has the power to impose sanctions or resort to the use of force to carry out its mission. The topic for the UNSC in this conference is “Cooperation vs. Autarky in the Fight Against Terrorism”.

 

The Social, Cultural and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM)

Just like its name suggests, this sub-organ of the UN General Assembly deals with social, cultural and humanitarian issues, as well as human rights questions. The topic for the SOCHUM committee in this conference is “Preserving Cultural Heritage in War Zones”.

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The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

The UNCTAD is the principal platform for dialogue between the North and the South on development issues. On a day-to-day basis, it also acts as a mentor to developing countries, providing them with advices and technical assistance to further their economic integration. The topic for the UNCTAD in this conference is “The Venezuelan crisis”.

 

The World Trade Organisation (WTO)

The WTO is an international organization that deals with the rules of trade between nations. It is a forum for governments to negotiate trade agreements and settle trade disputes. The topic for the WTO in this conference is “The new realities of trade in the 21st century”.

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The Council of the European Union (CEU)

The CEU is the legislative arm of the European Union, with the European Parliament. It represents the executive governments of the EU's member states. The topic for the CEU in this conference is “Ensuring prosperity in a divided continent”. 

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