BISMUN I
OCTOBER 3RD-5TH
DELEGATE HANDBOOK
Made by Sarah Abid
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
INTRODUCTION 2
MEET THE TEAM 3
MESSAGE FROM THE EB 4
EVENT PROTOCOL GUIDE
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SCHEDULE 5
EXPECTATIONS & RULES 7
DRESS CODE 9
ZONES & LOCATIONS 10
PREPARATION & COMMITTEES
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COMMITTEES & TOPICS 11
PRE - CONFERENCE PREP 12
BEGINNERS GUIDE TO MUN
4 OPENING SPEECHES
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POSITION PAPERS
CLAUSES 13
MOTIONS 13
POINTS 14
RESOLUTIONS 14
SUB TOPICS 14
SEMI MODERATED CAUCUS 15
LOBBYING & MERGING 15
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INTRODUCTION
ESTEEMED DELEGATES,
IT IS WITH GREAT PLEASURE AND ANTICIPATION THAT WE GATHER FOR
THE BISMUN CONFERENCE HOSTED BY THE BRITISH INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL JEDDAH (BISJ). AS WE ASSEMBLE WITHIN THESE HALLOWED
HALLS, WE ARE REMINDED OF THE PROFOUND IMPORTANCE OF
DIPLOMATIC ENGAGEMENT AND GLOBAL COOPERATION IN ADDRESSING
THE MYRIAD CHALLENGES FACING OUR WORLD TODAY.
THIS YEAR, AS WE CONVENE UNDER THE BANNER OF BUILDING A SAFER
FUTURE, WE EMBARK ON A COLLECTIVE JOURNEY OF EXPLORATION,
DIALOGUE, AND COLLABORATION. THROUGH THE LENS OF OUR CHOSEN
THEME, WE WILL DELVE DEEP INTO THE COMPLEXITIES OF
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, EXAMINING THE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF
GLOBAL ISSUES AND SEEKING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO SOME OF THE
MOST PRESSING CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME.
Our Mission
AT BISMUN, OUR MISSION IS TO INSPIRE AND EMPOWER THE LEADERS OF
TOMORROW THROUGH IMMERSIVE DIPLOMATIC EXPERIENCES. WE AIM
TO FOSTER A CULTURE OF CRITICAL THINKING, COLLABORATION, AND
COMPASSION, MIRRORING THE PRINCIPLES OF THE UNITED NATIONS. BY
ENGAGING IN RIGOROUS DEBATE AND NEGOTIATION, DELEGATES WILL
HONE THEIR SKILLS AND BROADEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF GLOBAL
AFFAIRS.
Our Goals
1. FOSTER COLLABORATION: ENCOURAGE COLLABORATION AMONG
DELEGATES TO DEVELOP COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING
GLOBAL SECURITY CHALLENGES.
2. PROMOTE INNOVATION: INSPIRE INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT
LEVERAGE TECHNOLOGY, DIPLOMACY, AND COOPERATION TO ENHANCE
GLOBAL SECURITY AND STABILITY.
3. CULTIVATE LEADERSHIP: PROVIDE DELEGATES WITH OPPORTUNITIES
TO DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS, CRITICAL THINKING, AND DIPLOMATIC
NEGOTIATION ABILITIES ESSENTIAL FOR ADDRESSING COMPLEX
SECURITY CHALLENGES.
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LETTER FROM THE
TEAM
DEAR DELEGATES,
ON BEHALF OF THE BISMUN EXECUTIVE BOARD, WE EXTEND OUR
WARMEST WELCOME TO YOU AS WE ANTICIPATE THE UPCOMING
BISMUN I CONFERENCE ON "BUILDING A SAFER FUTURE." WITH GREAT
EXCITEMENT AND ANTICIPATION, WE ARE DELIGHTED TO WELCOME YOU
TO OUR PRESTIGIOUS MODEL UNITED NATIONS EVENT.
AS DELEGATES REPRESENTING VARIOUS NATIONS AND BACKGROUNDS,
YOU PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN SHAPING THE DISCUSSIONS AND OUTCOMES
OF THE CONFERENCE. YOUR PARTICIPATION AND CONTRIBUTIONS WILL
BE INSTRUMENTAL IN DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL
SECURITY CHALLENGES AND FOSTERING COLLABORATION AMONG
NATIONS.
THROUGHOUT THE CONFERENCE, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ENGAGE
ACTIVELY IN DEBATES, FORM ALLIANCES, AND PROPOSE CREATIVE
INITIATIVES AIMED AT BUILDING A SAFER AND MORE SECURE WORLD
FOR ALL. YOUR UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES AND INSIGHTS WILL ENRICH OUR
DISCUSSIONS AND PAVE THE WAY FOR IMPACTFUL RESOLUTIONS.
AS YOU PREPARE FOR THE CONFERENCE, WE URGE YOU TO FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELVES WITH THE AGENDA AND TOPICS AT HAND, AND TO COME
EQUIPPED WITH PASSION, DIPLOMACY, AND A WILLINGNESS TO
COLLABORATE. TOGETHER, WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A
MEANINGFUL DIFFERENCE IN ADDRESSING PRESSING SECURITY ISSUES
AND CREATING A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO BISMUN AND WITNESSING
THE COLLECTIVE EFFORTS OF ALL DELEGATES IN PURSUIT OF OUR
SHARED GOAL OF BUILDING A SAFER FUTURE.
BEST REGARDS,
BISMUN EXECUTIVE BOARD
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Oct 3rd
THURSDAY 2024
Day 1 Schedule
01 REGISTRATION
+ ARRIVAL 15:45 - 16:15
02 OPENING
CEREMONY 16:20 - 17:20
03 COMMITTEE
SESSION 1 17:45 - 19:30
04 SNACKS
19:30 - 20:15
05 DISMISSAL +
20:30 - 20:45
END OF DAY 1
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October 4th
FRIDAY 2024
Day 2 Schedule
01 DELEGATES
ARRIVE 13:30 - 14:00
02 COMMITTEE
SESSION 2 14:00 - 16:00
03 PRAYERS & BREAK
16:00 - 16:30
04 COMMITTEE
SESSION 3 16:30 - 18:30
05 SOCIAL +
DINNER 18:30 - 20:00
06 DISMISSAL + END
OF DAY 2 20:00 - 20::30
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Oct 5th
SATURDAY 2024
Day 3 Schedule
01 DELEGATES
ARRIVE 08:30 - 09:00
02 COMMITTEE
SESSION 4 09:00 - 11:00
03 PRAYERS & LUNCH
11:00 - 12:00
04 COMMITTEE
SESSION 5 12:00 - 14:00
05 BREAK
14:00 - 14:45
06 COMMITTEE
15:00 - 16:00
SESSION 6
07 BREAK
16:00 - 16:30
08 COMMITTEE
SESSION 7 16:30 - 17:30
09 CLOSING
CEREMONY 18:00 - 19:15
10 END OF
BISMUN I 19:30 - 20:00
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DELEGATE EXPECTATIONS
1. Professional Conduct: All delegates are expected to
conduct themselves with professionalism, respect, and
courtesy at all times. Disruptive behavior or inappropriate
language will not be tolerated.
2. Timeliness: Delegates must adhere to the conference
schedule and be punctual for all sessions, including
committee sessions and social events.
3. Respect for Diversity: BISMUN embraces diversity in all its
forms and fosters an inclusive environment where all voices
are heard and respected. Discrimination or harassment based
on race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other
characteristic is strictly prohibited.
4. Adherence to Rules of Procedure: Delegates must
familiarize themselves with the rules of procedure governing
their respective committees and abide by them throughout
the conference. The Chair's rulings are final and binding.
5. Technology Usage: The use of electronic devices, including
laptops, tablets, and smartphones, is permitted for research
and note-taking purposes only. If used otherwise, disruption
caused by excessive use of electronic devices will result in
disciplinary action.
6. Attire: Delegates are expected to dress in the outlined
attire during the duration of the conference.
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DELEGATE EXPECTATIONS
7. Restricted Areas: Delegates must respect designated
restricted areas and refrain from entering locations where
they are not permitted.
8. Non-Violence: Delegates must resolve conflicts through
peaceful means and refrain from resorting to physical
violence or aggressive behavior.
9. Prohibited Items: Delegates are prohibited from bringing
any items that may pose a safety risk or disrupt the
conference proceedings. This includes but is not limited to
weapons, illegal substances, and items that may cause harm
or disturbance.
10. Emergency Procedures: In the event of an emergency,
delegates must follow the instructions provided by
conference staff and evacuate the premises calmly and
orderly.
By participating in the BISMUN conference, delegates agree
to abide by these expectations and rules. Failure to comply
may result in sanctions, including expulsion from the
conference.
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DRESS CODE
Formal Business Attire: Delegates are expected to dress in
formal business attire throughout the conference sessions.
This includes:
- For Male Delegates:
- Suits or blazers with dress pants
- Collared shirts must be accompanied by blazers
- Ties or bowties
- Dress shoes (Sneakers are permitted)
- For Female Delegates:
- Blazers with dress pants
- Abayas are permitted
- Modest and professional blouses or tops
- Dress shoes (Sneakers are permitted)
Lanyards: Delegates will be required to keep their conference
lanyards on at all times during conference sessions, including
committee sessions, and social events.
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COMMITTEES
LOCATIONS +
ZONES
GA1
01 ZONE 1
GA1 - MPH (MULTI PURPOSE HALL)
GA2 - CAR
GA3 - LOWER PRIMARY HALL
02 ZONE 2
ECOSOC - 3RD FLOOR (ROOM 37)
ICJ - 3RD FLOOR (ROOM 55)
UNHRC - 3RD FLOOR (ROOM 59)
SC - 3RD FLOOR (ROOM 60)
UNODC - 2ND FLOOR (ROOM 52)
DISEC - 2ND FLOOR (ROOM 42)
WHO - 2ND FLOOR (ROOM 44)
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COMMITTEE
TOPICS
1. RESOLVING THE ISSUE OF TERRORISM
IN THE BAB EL-MANDEB STRAIT
2. ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF NON-
GA1
STATE ACTORS IN THE MIDDLE EAST
1. ADDRESSING THE USE OF SANCTIONS
AGAINST RUSSIA
2. ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF
GA2
DEBT-TRAP DIPLOMACY IN ASIA
1. ADDRESSING THE HUMANITARIAN
ISSUE IN SUDAN AND SOUTH SUDAN
2. PROMOTING THE RIGHTS OF GA3
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE IN FORMER
BRITISH COLONIES
1. DEVELOPING INTERNET
INFRASTRUCTURE IN AFRICA ECOSOC
2. REBUILDING IRAQ AFTER THE 2003
INVASION
1. HENRY KISSINGER ON TRIAL FOR
WAR CRIMES ICJ
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COMMITTEE
TOPICS
1. RESOLVING THE ISSUE OF WOMEN’S RIGHTS IN
AFGHANISTAN
2. COMBATTING THE ISSUE OF CHILD LABOUR
UNHRC
IN THE DRC
1. RESOLVING THE GANG VIOLENCE CRISIS IN
HAITI
2. THE QUESTION OF LEGALISING MARIJUANA
UNODC
1. REGULATING THE SALE OF SOFTWARE CHIPS
TO RUSSIA
2. THE ISSUE OF IRAN’S ALLEGED NUCLEAR
DISEC
WEAPONS PROGRAM
1. IMPROVING HEALTHCARE INFRASTRUCTURE
AND ACCESS IN UNDER DEVELOPED COUNTRIES
TO BETTER PREPARE FOR AND RESPOND TO
HEALTH CRISES WHO
2. ADDRESSING & COMBATING THE WORLD-
WIDE PANDEMIC OF MONKEYPOX
1. RESOLVING THE CIVIL WAR IN YEMEN
2.THE ISSUE OF TAIWAN'S SOVEREIGNTY SC
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Pre - Conference
PREPARATION
PLEASE REFER TO THE NEXT PAGE FOR SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
POSITION PAPER
AS PART OF PREPARING FOR THE CONFERENCE A
POSITION PAPER IS MANDATORY. IT MUST BE BETWEEN
1 - 3 PAGES PER TOPIC.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 27TH SEPTEMBER 2024
OPENING SPEECH
ALL OR MOST DELEGATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO READ
OUT AN OPENING SPEECH BETWEEN 30 - 60 SECONDS.
BOTH TOPICS (IF APPLICABLE) ARE TO BE ADDRESSED IN
THE SAME OPENING SPEECH.
CLAUSES
IT IS RECEOMMENDED TO COME PREPARED WITH 3
PREMABULATORY AND 3 OPERATIVE CLAUSES TO BE
PREPARED FOR LOBBYING & MERGING. THESE DO NOT
NEED TO BE SHARED WITH THE CHAIRS BEFORE THE
CONFERENCE
WHAT TO BRING
FOR THE DURATION OF THE CONFERENCE ENSURE THAT
YOU HAVE A DEVICE FOR RESEARCH/NOTE TAKING AND A
CHARGER IF NECESSARY. FOR DAY 2 YOU MUST BRING
YOUR LANYARD WITH YOU TO BE ALLOWED ENTRY ONTO
THE PREMISES
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GUIDE TO MUN
POSITION PAPERS
1. TOPIC BACKGROUND:
- DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF THE TOPIC.
- LOCATION AND STAKEHOLDERS INVOLVED.
- IMPACT ON POPULATIONS AND REGIONS.
- IMPORTANCE OF THE TOPIC.
2. PAST INTERNATIONAL ACTION:
- STATEMENTS BY UN OFFICIALS.
- KEY UN RESOLUTIONS AND TREATIES.
- INVOLVEMENT OF MAJOR NGOS.
3. COUNTRY POLICY:
- IMPACT OF THE TOPIC ON YOUR COUNTRY.
- PREVIOUS ACTIONS TAKEN BY YOUR COUNTRY.
- DESIRED UN POLICIES FROM YOUR COUNTRY'S PERSPECTIVE.
4. POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS:
- SPECIFIC PLANS FOR UN ACTION.
- SPECIFIC PLANS FOR MEMBER STATES.
- RATIONALE FOR PROPOSED SOLUTIONS.
5. BIBLIOGRAPHY
THESE ARE THE 5 PARTS TO A POSITION PAPER WRITTEN FROM YOUR
COUNTRY'S PERSPECTIVE ( 1 - 3 PAGES).
OPENING SPEECHES CLAUSES
IN WRITING CLAUSES, CONCISENESS
IN AN OPENING SPEECH FOR A
AND CLARITY ARE KEY FOR THE
CONFERENCE, INTRODUCE YOUR
RESOLUTION TO PASS. BEGIN WITH
COUNTRY, AND ITS STANCE ON THE
AN INTRODUCTORY STATEMENT
TOPIC. PROVIDE BACKGROUND ON
OUTLINING THE PROBLEM. FOLLOW
THE TOPIC'S IMPORTANCE AND
WITH A SOLUTION PROPOSAL,
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS.
ADDRESSING SPECIFIC ACTIONS OR
ARTICULATE YOUR COUNTRY'S
POLICIES. PROVIDE JUSTIFICATION
POSITION, PRIORITIES, AND
FOR THE PROPOSAL'S NECESSITY
PROPOSED SOLUTIONS. EMPHASIZE
AND FEASIBILITY. INCORPORATE
COOPERATION AND WILLINGNESS TO
LANGUAGE INDICATING
COLLABORATE. CONCLUDE WITH A
COOPERATION AND COLLABORATION
RECAP AND EXPRESSION OF
WITH OTHER DELEGATES. CONCLUDE
COMMITMENT. YOUR SPEECH SETS
WITH A CALL TO ACTION, URGING
THE TONE FOR THE CONFERENCE
SUPPORT FOR THE PROPOSED
AND SHAPES PERCEPTIONS OF YOUR
SOLUTION. ENSURE THE CLAUSE
COUNTRY'S ENGAGEMENT
ADHERES TO PROPER FORMAT AND
STRUCTURE FOR PREAMBULATORY
AND OPERATIVE CLAUSES.
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GUIDE TO MUN
RESOLUTIONS
IN MODEL UNITED NATIONS (MUN), RESOLUTIONS ARE FORMAL DOCUMENTS
DRAFTED BY DELEGATES TO PROPOSE SOLUTIONS TO THE ISSUES UNDER
DISCUSSION IN THE COMMITTEE. RESOLUTIONS TYPICALLY CONSIST OF
PREAMBULATORY AND OPERATIVE CLAUSES THAT OUTLINE THE PROBLEM,
PROPOSE SPECIFIC ACTIONS, AND PROVIDE JUSTIFICATION FOR THOSE
ACTIONS. ONCE DRAFTED, RESOLUTIONS ARE DEBATED, AMENDED, AND
VOTED UPON BY THE COMMITTEE.
AMENDMENTS ARE PROPOSED CHANGES TO EXISTING RESOLUTIONS.
DELEGATES CAN PROPOSE AMENDMENTS TO MODIFY OR ADD CLAUSES TO A
RESOLUTION, WITH THE AIM OF IMPROVING ITS EFFECTIVENESS OR
ADDRESSING CONCERNS RAISED DURING DEBATE. AMENDMENTS ARE VOTED
ON SEPARATELY FROM THE MAIN RESOLUTION AND REQUIRE A MAJORITY
VOTE TO BE ADOPTED.
MOTIONS POINTS
MOTIONS ARE FORMAL PROPOSALS
IN MODEL UNITED NATIONS,
MADE BY DELEGATES TO INITIATE
"POINTS" ARE REQUESTS OR
SPECIFIC ACTIONS OR PROCEDURES
STATEMENTS MADE BY DELEGATES
WITHIN THE COMMITTEE. COMMON
DURING COMMITTEE SESSIONS TO
MOTIONS INCLUDE "TO OPEN
ADDRESS PROCEDURAL MATTERS OR
DEBATE," "TO SET THE AGENDA," "TO
SEEK CLARIFICATION. THESE
INTRODUCE A MODERATED CAUCUS,"
INCLUDE THE POINT OF ORDER,
OR "TO ADJOURN THE SESSION."
USED TO RAISE PROCEDURAL
THESE MOTIONS GOVERN THE FLOW
ERRORS; POINT OF PARLIAMENTARY
OF DEBATE, DETERMINE THE ORDER
INQUIRY, TO SEEK CLARIFICATION ON
OF DISCUSSION, AND FACILITATE
RULES; POINT OF PERSONAL
DECISION-MAKING WITHIN THE
PRIVILEGE, TO ADDRESS PERSONAL
COMMITTEE. DELEGATES USE
DISCOMFORT OR TECHNICAL ISSUES;
MOTIONS STRATEGICALLY TO SHAPE
POINT OF INFORMATION, TO ASK
THE DIRECTION OF THE DEBATE AND
QUESTIONS; AND POINT OF ORDER
ADVANCE THEIR COUNTRY'S
AGAINST A SPEAKER, TO ADDRESS
INTERESTS, PROMOTING EFFICIENCY
RULE VIOLATIONS. POINTS HELP
AND EFFECTIVENESS IN COMMITTEE
ENSURE ORDERLY DEBATE AND
PROCEEDINGS.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AMONG
DELEGATES.
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GUIDE TO MUN
SUBTOPICS
IN MODEL UNITED NATIONS (MUN), A SUBTOPIC IS A SPECIFIC ASPECT OR
COMPONENT OF THE MAIN TOPIC UNDER DISCUSSION WITHIN A COMMITTEE.
SUBTOPICS ALLOW DELEGATES TO DELVE DEEPER INTO DIFFERENT
DIMENSIONS OR FACETS OF THE OVERARCHING ISSUE, ENABLING MORE
COMPREHENSIVE EXPLORATION AND ANALYSIS.
EACH SUBTOPIC REPRESENTS A DISTINCT AREA OF FOCUS WITHIN THE
BROADER ISSUE OF CLIMATE CHANGE, ALLOWING DELEGATES TO ADDRESS
DIFFERENT CHALLENGES, PERSPECTIVES, AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS
RELATED TO THAT PARTICULAR ASPECT.
DELEGATES MAY DRAFT RESOLUTIONS OR PROPOSE AMENDMENTS SPECIFIC
TO EACH SUBTOPIC, CONTRIBUTING TO A MORE NUANCED AND
MULTIFACETED DISCUSSION WITHIN THE COMMITTEE. SUBTOPICS HELP
STRUCTURE DEBATE, FOSTER SPECIALIZATION, AND FACILITATE THE
DEVELOPMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTIONS TO COMPLEX GLOBAL
ISSUES.
SEMI MODERATED LOBBYING/MERGING
CAUCUS
LOBBYING INVOLVES INFORMAL
IN MODEL UNITED NATIONS (MUN), A NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN DELEGATES
SEMI-MODERATED CAUCUS BLENDS TO BUILD ALLIANCES, AND
ELEMENTS OF STRUCTURED DEBATE NEGOTIATE COMPROMISES OUTSIDE
AND INFORMAL NEGOTIATION. OF FORMAL COMMITTEE SESSIONS.
DELEGATES ENGAGE IN DISCUSSIONS MERGING REFERS TO COMBINING
FREELY WHILE REMAINING IN DRAFT RESOLUTIONS OR CLAUSES TO
SESSION, WITH THE CHAIRPERSON CONSOLIDATE IDEAS AND CREATE
PROVIDING INTERMITTENT STRONGER PROPOSALS. THESE
MODERATION. DELEGATES CAN RAISE PROCEDURAL ELEMENTS ARE
THEIR PLACARDS TO SPEAK, WITH CRUCIAL FOR FOSTERING
TIME LIMITS OFTEN IMPOSED. THIS COLLABORATION, BUILDING
FORMAT ALLOWS FOR FLEXIBLE CONSENSUS, AND DRAFTING
DIALOGUE AND COLLABORATION, EFFECTIVE RESOLUTIONS THAT
PROMOTING THE EXCHANGE OF ADDRESS COMPLEX GLOBAL ISSUES.
IDEAS AND THE DRAFTING OF THROUGH LOBBYING AND MERGING,
RESOLUTIONS OR AMENDMENTS. DELEGATES ENGAGE IN DIPLOMACY
AND NEGOTIATION TO ADVANCE
THEIR COUNTRY'S INTERESTS AND
CONTRIBUTE TO PRODUCTIVE
DISCUSSIONS
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THANK
YOU
We look forward to seeing
you at BISMUN I and
witness fruitful debate.
