ASDAN Model United Nations Expo
4 sub-conferences, Real MUN experience, World Top University dias
Exploring global issues, broadening the international horizon
Joining in future leaders cradle
Cultivating global competence, honing skills in public speaking and debating
Enhancing personal competitiveness, improving all-round academic strengths
Date: August 6-9, 2023 | Location: Shanghai
Invitation Letter
Dear Delegates,
Welcome to the 2023 ASDAN MUN Expo (ASDAN MUN Expo) ！
As the first offine ASDAN MUN conference after covid-19, we are thrilled and excited to meet you all at AMUN! Under our mission "Global Outlook, Future Leaders" AMUN hopes to provide students with a unique opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions on a range of global hot topics, enhance the understanding of international relations, practice methods of addressing global issues in a simulated UN environment, and showcase public speaking, negotiation, and diplomatic skills. Additionally, delegates will have the chance to exchange ideas and learn from outstanding students from around the world!
This year, AMUN will feature four major global sub conferences, including the MITMUNC, ILMUNC, and TEIMUN. We'll also set the "MUN Refugee Challenge" venue,which is beloved by MUN lovers and offers Chinese delegates an exclusive platform to delve into refugee affairs. With the support of elite dias from both domestic and international MUN, AMUN will provide delegates with a unique conference experience through rich committee and topic settings, innovative social activities, and deep communication platforms.
We look forward to your valuable international cooperation and communication experience at AMUN! See you in AMUN!
ASDAN MUN Expo Committee
Introduction
Hosted by ASDAN China, AMUN will bring together prestigious universities such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Pennsylvania, and the European International Model United Nations, as well as global elite representatives. It will provide MUN lovers with a more professional and diverse platform for showcasing their skills.
AMUN aims to equip young people with more knowledge of international politics, familiarity with the rules and operations of UN agencies, enhanced negotiation skills and language proficiency, and ample opportunities to communicate with distinguished chairs and representatives from top schools. This will serve as a solid foundation for their future social and global engagement.
ASDAN MUN Expo
Why ASDAN MUN Expo ?
4 Global Sub-conferences
Professional Dias from World Top Universities
Rich Committee and Topic Settings
Innovative Social Activities
Professional Pre-conference Training
Exclusive Personal Reports and Official Certificates
Four Global Sub-Conferences
This year, AMUN will feature four major global sub conferences, including theMITMUNC, ILMUNC, and TEIMUN. We'll also set the“MUN Refugee Challenge” venue, which is beloved by MUN lovers and offers Chinese delegates an exclusive platform to delve into refugee affairs.
● MITMUNC
MIT Model United Nations Conference short for MITMUNC (QS Top 1st), as one of the highly academic senior high school MUNs of the US, features committees of around 30 delegates, giving participants more opportunities to speak and communicate with Chairs.
Language: English
Committees and Topics：
| IAEA | ECOSOC | |
| Recommend: Beginner | Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | |
| Topic A: The potential and pitfalls of nuclear energy for sustainable energy | Topic A: Combatting and Preventing Illicit Drug Trafficking | |
| Topic B: Managing nuclear safety, safeguards, and security in conflicts | Topic B: Addressing air quality while promoting green cities |
● ILMUNC
The ILMUNC organized by the University of Pennsylvania (member of Ivy League) attracts more than 3000 participants around the world every year. It is famous for its high academic quality and innovation, cited for "the Tournament of Championship".
Language: English
Committees and Topics：
| UNCOPUOS | DISEC | ||
| Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
| Topic A: Exploitation of Space | Topic A: Water Wars | ||
| Topic B: Space Tourism | Topic B: Private Military Contractors |
● TEIMUN
TEIMUN is the oldest MUN conference in the Netherlands and continental Europe with over 35 years of experience. TEIMUN has its home in the Hague, the so-called International City of Peace and Justice.
Language: English
Committees and Topics：
| DISEC | CSTD | |
| Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | |
| Topic A: Diamond Dilemma: Unmasking the Role of Diamonds in War | Topic A: Intelligent Impact: Harnessing AI for Global Development | |
| Topic B: Guarding the Galaxy: Securing Peace Beyond Our Skies | Topic B: A Question of Code: AI, Ethics, and the Future |
● MUN Refugee Challenge
UNHCR Model UN Refugee Challenge is a program launched by UNHCR and it is one of the few Model UN activities directly supported and guided by the UN and is highly influential.
Language: English
Topic：
| English conference | |
| Recommend: Beginner/Intermediate | |
| Addressing Internal Displacement |
Professional Dias from World Top Universities
AMUN will invite chairs from prestigious universities such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology (QS Top 1), University of Pennsylvania (QS Top 13) and top universities in Europe to co-host this summit with elites from both domestic and foreign regions. You can experience the academic atmosphere of world-renowned universities up close, get in touch with senior students from these schools, and feel the power of role models!
Thomas Urey
Marta Zapata Escondrilla
Mina Nair
Kambiz Shoaei
Sydney Grant
Maya Abiram
William Nolan
Dylan Robinson
Xinyan Pan
Stuti Khandwala
Carson Mozingo
Julia Marks
Lauren Shulman
Shaan Mishra
Jack Immanuel
Rich Committee and Topic Settings
AMUN has carefully selected committees and topics that are broad yet complex so as to inspire great debates. Participating delegates can choose topics of interest to engage in in-depth communication with outstanding delegates from across the country. Under the guidance of the chairs, they can explore global affairs, enhance their analytical, speaking, debating, and negotiating abilities!
Politics
War and conflict, refugee crisis, human rights issues, terrorism, nuclear weapons, etc.
Economics
Globalization, trade agreements, economic cooperation and development, etc.
Society
Education, cultural diversity, gender equality, health care, poverty and social injustice, etc.
Environment
Climate change, biodiversity, forest protection, marine pollution, etc.
Technology
Climate change, biodiversity, forest protection, marine pollution, etc.
Innovative Social Activities
AMUN will have interesting and innovative social activities, such as sharing session, talent show, etc. In addition to the intense conference exchanges, delegates can communicate with delegates from all over the country about life and learning, gain valuable friendships, and establish lifelong connections!
Professional Pre-conference Training
AMUN will provide interdisciplinary academic assessment, periodic Quiz, pre-conference training courses, and complete academic material packages to help delegates open their minds, learn how to write position papers, and understand the rules and procedures of Model United Nations. Even if you are a MUN beginner, you don't need to be afraid!
● Academic Resources
● Quiz
● Professional Training
Exclusive Personal Reports and Official Certificates
Participating delegates will obtain ofcial electronic version participation certicates, and outstanding delegates have the opportunity to win different awards, effectively enhancing their personal background and helping with admission to top universities!
Agenda
| August 6 | August 7 | August 8 | August 9 | |
| Morning | Registration | Committee Session II | Committee Session IV | Committee Session VI |
| Afternoon | Opening Ceremony Pre-conference training |
Committee Session III | Committee Session V | Talent Show Closing Ceremony & Awards Announcement |
| Evening | Committee Session I | Workshop | Social Event | Departure |
Awards
Individual Award(each committee)
• Best Delegate
• Outstanding Delegate
• Honorable Mention
• Best Position Paper
Note:
* The awards setting may vary from different committees.
* The number of individual awards will vary according to the size of the committee.
* Delegates who attend all sessions will receive a digital participation certification upon completion.
Registration Process
Date
August 6-9, 2023
Location
Shanghai
Language
English, Chinese
Fee
inclusive of MUN conference, Preconference training, Academic Materials, Digital Certificate, and insurance, excluding logistics expenses such as transportation, accommodation, and meals.
*Any students who has participated in ASDAN MUN program after 2020, will enjoy a 300RMB discount before June 18, 2023.
Registration
Click【Sign Up】, Fill in Participant Information and Submit the Registration Form
Registration Process
- 1.Registration and choose your preferred Committee
- 2.Submit Pre-conference Assessment
- 3.Write Position Paper
- 4.Topic Research, write position papers
- 5.Pre-conference training
- 6.Pre-event Notice
- 7.Official Conference
Contact Us
Ms.Zhang
North China：
Beijing, Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning, Shanxi, Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Tianjin, Neimenggu
Ms. Ou
South China：
Shenzhen, Zhongshan, Zhuhai, Fujian, Hongkong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas
Ms.Chen
South China：
Guangdong(Except Shenzhen, Zhongshan, and Zhuhai), Guangxi,Hainan
Ms.Zhang
East China：
Shanghai, Jiangsu
Ms.Wang
East China：
Zhejiang
Ms. Xiao
West China：
Hunan, Hubei, Anhui, Xinjiang, Jiangxi
Ms.Li
West China：
Sichuan, Chongqing, Shaanxi, Yunnan, Guizhou, Ningxia, Gansu, Qinghai, Xizang