Daily Report: Day 2
SOHCUM
The SOHCUM had an extremely productive session today, resulting in the passing of three resolutions. The range and diversity of the issues tackled was refreshing as well as ambitious. The resolution POOP (People of Our Planet) called for an adjustment of the orientation of the IMF and World Bank in an attempt to make it fairer and less economically exploitative. The resolution “MONGOOSE”, meanwhile, argued for nations in their individual capacity to launch an advertising campaign educating the population on the benefits of immigrants and democracy. The most ambitious resolution was “The UN Stupid”. It called for large scale economic restructuring to better orient the economy to benefit individuals. The resolution also called for the establishment of uniform legislation and tax rates for Multinational Corporations in all countries. It also offered nations help in assimilating and controlling the flow of immigration, adding to the resolution MONGOOSE.
By: Paras Kapoor
SPECPOL
It was a busy day for SPECPOL, with two ambitious and wide-ranging resolutions being passed today. The first resolution SPEARIT (Southern Pacific Eastern Asia and Allied Regions International Trade), formed SPECPOL into a unitary trading block that will negotiate together in trading deals. It also called among other things for greater representation in WTO, increasing export competitiveness, and a focus on targeting climate change through economic policies. The second resolution CONCEPT (Coalitions of Nations Crushing Exploitative Protective Trade), passed with 14 ayes and 9 nays. The resolution reaffirmed SPECPOL’s commitment to the rules of international trade and WTO, by building a system of tariffs to punish those who break international trading rules. The committee was neatly divided on both resolutions, with developed countries opposed and developing countries expressing great support. The committee started a discussion on foreign aid, with more developments expected on this issue tomorrow.
By: Paras Kapoor
WHO
Three position papers have been drafted on the topic of implementing universal health coverage. Working paper 1.3 had a unique focus on the development of and investment in health technology, as a way to advance healthcare in both developed and developing countries. Canada, a sponsor of this working paper, explained that while the development of specific technology is mainly a domestic concern, the paper states intentions to transition towards better healthcare technologies in general. Developed countries with the means to experiment with new technologies can pave the way, and proven methods can be adapted to be used in developing countries. The two other papers differed in their stances on public versus private healthcare. The UK, US, and other delegates supported the implementation of a mix between private and public healthcare. However, several delegates of developing countries disagreed with the implementation of private healthcare.
By: Hannah Nie
ACHPR
Delegates discussed ways to protect human rights during regime changes in Africa. The debate between economic versus politically centered solutions continued, and three position papers have been drafted. One position paper, sponsored by Somalia and South Africa, proposed the expansion of the African Court of Justice to collaborate with the international criminal court. The protection of women's rights is a particular focus of this paper. Additionally, the paper proposed greater collaboration between NGOs and governments to ensure the protection of human rights and aid provision during regime changes. Botswana, Sudan, and Mali sponsored a paper with similar suggestions, but had differences in infrastructure, for instance, from the structures the court reforms proposed. Angola led a position paper proposing the creation of a new branch of the African Monetary Fund to provide aid to nations undergoing regime change or facing human rights violations due to economic hardship.
By: Hannah Nie
Constituent Assembly of Russia
One of the most productive committees in the conference began its day with the passing of 4 resolutions within the first committee session in which a more stable structure was established for the Russian Federation, partly through the implementation of a more efficient taxation system. Following this, the Members of the Assembly rejected a proposal for the return of the Romanovs and moved on to the topic of Human Rights. The delegates worked together in a cohesive manner to introduce directives protecting citizens from discrimination and releasing individuals incarcerated for human rights-related offenses. The committee worked to solve the problem caused by the leaked information that a prisoner, Mikhail Eliatovskiy, was being mistreated in a Russian prison.
By: Radmila Yarovaya
CPSU
The CPSU spent the day dealing with the succession of various republics as well as the growing influence of the oligarchs of the COC and Yeltsin’s Cabinet. After bringing Ukraine back into the Soviet fold, the delegates proceeded to freeze the oligarch’s assets. The rest of the day was spent preparing for a potential election by campaigning in various regions to try to bring them to the Communist Party’s side as opposed to that of Yeltsin’s Cabinet. Proposals to assassinate Yeltsin, either themselves or by influencing his Cabinet members was circulated. Later, the party received an encrypted radio message from a mysterious “cosmonaut” of Yeltsin’s Cabinet, wishing to defect. The day ended with the indictment of Lev Blavanik by Minister of Internal Affairs Boris Pugo.
By: Radmila Yarovaya
Chamber of Commerce
The COC began the day with a bang with the added support of the Russian people as gratitude for providing them with food during the famine in face of the CPSU’s inaction. For the rest of the sessions, the committee was dealing with their potential alignment with Yeltsin’s Cabinet and the backlash of the Communist Party that that would bring. Boris Berezovsky and Arkady Rotenberg were compromised and accused of communist involvement. Rotenberg further lost the confidence of his committee through his unsanctioned involvement with Yeltsin’s Cabinet. The day ended with the indictment and arrest of Lev Blavatnik by the CPSU for the illegal manufacture and sale of weaponry to Yeltsin’s Cabinet.
By: Radmila Yarovaya
Yeltsin's Cabinet
Yeltsin's cabinet has passed directives to provide food aid and invest in better technology in various regions in Russia. These have improved the cabinet's image and doubled its annual income from 50 to 100 billion dollars. A budget for the allocation of tax revenue to different departments was drafted and passed. The delegates also debated approaches to taxation and legitimization of the cabinet. Ubozhko proposed the establishment of local tax collection buildings with police presence to establish the government's image and establish authority. Prime Minister Titov proposed the formation of a military force to defend the cabinet's efforts toward independence from the USSR. Other delegates disagreed with forceful military-based approaches to independence and feared that greater military presence would result in distrust from the public.
By: Joy Fan
The Coalition for Independent States
The coalition witnessed explosive developments, resulting in the adoption of 4 resolutions today. The resolutions centered on affirming the sovereignty of all nations in the coalition, as well as trying to establish satisfactory economic relations. The most significant resolutions were “We are Strong Independent States” and “Help the Ukraine Please”. The former was a recognition of the independence by each nation by all members of the committee, while the latter aimed to send troops as well as aid to Ukraine. This was in addition to Ukraine becoming a member of NATO, along with a few other nations like Uzbekistan. The other nations either allied into a defense pact with China or aimed to reach an agreement on defense with Arab partners. The coalition was again faced with food shortages, which they successfully resolved. Two minor resolutions “Mo Money less Problems” as well as “Made in China” passed. The former sought to seek an economic relationship with Yelstin’s cabinet in return for acceptance of these countries’ independence, while the latter requested China to recognize the independence of states in the coalition.
By: Paras Kapoor
Coalition for Revolutionary Reform
The Coalition moves to establish further military dominance in Mexico. Heinrich von Eckdart defects over to the revolution’s side, providing financial assistance and arms supplies. Discussions move towards establishing a constitution and determining a capital. The Coalition makes a press release looking to gain Pan-American support from Latin American countries from the ABC meeting, which Madero and Palefox were in attendance. Conflicts of trust riddle the discourse as Pancho Villa reveals that there may be a traitor in their midst, and Eckdart comes under scrutiny for his trustworthiness. The revolutionary reform continues to discuss how to respond to the occupation of foreign troops in Mexico.
By: Joy Fan
Conference for Law & Order
The Advisors passed directive ‘Viva Mexico’ regarding the regain of Mexico, starting a military campaign through the mobilization of troops, acquiring resources, and calling in all allies to end the dispute with the rebellions. A crisis update occurred whereby the government salvaged 25,000 troops losing only 5,000, while the rebels lost 12,000 troops. Although the lower half of Mexico was lost, Mexico City remains strong. Discussions led to utilizing propaganda to resolve the conflicts occurring with the rebels.
An update states that President Diaz and the Vice-President are missing, with kidnapping accusations directed at the rebels. A crisis update brings about a ceasefire in Zone 3 of Mexico City, and the rebels are no longer negotiating. A directive on elections is passed, instating Victoriano Huerta as the acting president, granting a 6-month window for elections, and further propaganda implementation. A crisis update occurred whereby 20,000 American troops will be deployed in Zone 1 against the rebellious groups.
By: Mustafa Master
Frankophone
After spearheading the European Economic Community’s efforts at reintegrating East Germany economically and diplomatically into Western Europe, François Mitterrand and his advisors faced domestic challenges in France when they decided to tax the Catholic Church. After popular support sided with the Vatican, the government lifted the taxes and allowed the Church to control some of its social services. Later, they sought to define France’s new nuclear energy policy to boost its economy. However, the main event for Mitterrand’s advisory committee these past few months (that is, yesterday) was certainly the outbreak of war in Kuwait, which has dragged France and its allies into a coalition led by G.H.W. Bush into a prolonged war with Iraq. This has created deep divisions between Mitterrand’s closest advisors and led France to declare a state of emergency. Will this be a repeat of the 1968 Algerian War?
By: Daniel Feijo
ICJ
The ICJ committee session commenced with advocates’ direct and cross-examination of witnesses from both representatives. The judges discussed the examination of Dr. Gales, with regards to the necessity of lethal research, including satellite targeting and photographic verification. Further discussions occurred on alternative research methods and better usage of by-products from the JARPA program. A special focus was brought to evidence A10, Japan’s maximum target allowance vs actual capture statistics by the judges. The judges discussed the examination of Dr. Mangles, with regards to revised management procedures for whale stocks in the Southern Ocean. The theme of the legality of lethal research and the necessity for the existence of JARPA with regards to scientific research prevailed throughout the session.
By: Mustafa Master
Ad Hoc
Who knows?
British House of Commons
The day began with a crisis update that indicates that there has been an outbreak of an unknown disease, spreading across the U.K.; there have been 4 reported deaths and 1000 infected individuals. The NHS is weaker than before Brexit, and there is a shortage of resources and doctors. Doctors cannot be brought in from the EU because of Brexit, which now requires doctors to get visas. Parties agree to report the situation to the WHO. There is also an existing 33 billion-pound (GBP) debt payment. The Democratic Unionist Party proposes the selling of gold for cash, in order to both pay for the debt and fund resources and doctors for the containment of the disease. All other parties disagree and instead propose open border policies and a trade deal with the EU to invest in the British economy. A Green Trade directive is passed, entering Britain into a green energy deal. The Democratic Unionist party maintains that focus should be on British industries, namely agriculture, to prioritize British interests, citizens, and jobs.
By: Ramsha Rehan
UNSC: South China Sea
The day began with resolutions to the previous issue of the environmental crisis, that of the oil spill in the South China Sea. A directive titled, “Save the Seas 2,” proposed by Malaysia, was passed; it entailed that oil-eating fungi would be distributed in the oil-contaminated areas to facilitate clean up of the region. The Netherlands has annexed Indonesia and taken over; Indonesia has made claims for wanting independence. A crisis update outlines that a Thai cargo ship (renamed as the ‘Rainbow Warrior 4’) has been hijacked by pirates, on the Strait of Malacca. The crew onboard is being held hostage, and if the demands of the pirates are not met, the entire crew will be executed. Crew members consist of citizens from Russia, China, Philippines, Netherlands, and Thailand. The demands revolve around the immediate retraction of the Netherlands from Indonesia and to hold the state accountable for war crimes in the ICJ. Committee attempts at a resolution were too vague, and the terrorists on board the Thai cargo vessel execute half the crew members. The Security Council attempt to amend the solution, either by responding to the demands of the terrorists or to apprehend the terrorists; no firm resolution is enacted.
By: Ramsha Rehan