ERUDITE MODEL UN ‘23

UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR

DRUGS AND CRIME

Agenda: Strengthening
international drug control policy.
RULES OF PROCEDURE:

Roll Call:
The committee session shall open with a roll call
for the delegates. The delegates have to respond
with either of the two calls: Present, and Present
and Voting. The majority number for the
committee shall be decided on the basis of this
roll call.
Motions:
Motion to initiate formal debate:
The first order of business for the committee
would be the adoption of the agenda and
initiating the committee to start a formal debating
session.
After the committee is in a formal session, there
will be the start of a GSL (General Speaker’s
List). This speech shall include an overview of
the country’s stance and policies on the agenda as
well as possible and pragmatic solutions to the
agenda. There will be a set time limit on the
speeches in the speaker’s list, generally 90
seconds.
If a speaker has not exercised the entirety of their
set time limit, then that speaker may yield their
remaining time. Yields come in three forms:
Yield to another delegate: Their remaining time
shall be given to another delegate.
Yield to questions: If the delegate wishes to be
subject to questions from the rest of the
committee, the chair shall choose the delegates
who then shall ask questions. Answers to
questions are limited to the time remaining in a
delegate's speech.
While conversing, the delegate asking the
question can ask for a Plea to follow – up to the
chairperson and vice versa the delegate answering
can ask for a Right to Reply.

Yield to Executive Board: If the delegate does

not wish to be subject to questions or comments,
they can yield the time to the executive board.
The usage of the time left shall be the executive
board’s decision.

Motion to suspend formal debate:

During the committee, the delegates could raise a
motion to suspend formal debate to move for
other means of dialogue, they could do this for
the purpose of a moderated or un-moderated
caucus point. The motion requires a majority to
pass.
Moderated Caucus: A moderated caucus point
usually harbours a separate speaker’s list and it
focuses on a sub-topic under the umbrella of the
main agenda. The delegate raising the motion
shall have to mention the sum total time and time
designated per speaker.
Un-moderated Caucus: An un-moderated
caucus allows delegates to indulge into informal
discussions. The motion could be used to prepare
for a moderated caucus or prepare a resolution to
name a few. The delegate raising the motion shall
have to mention the sum total time for the caucus.

Points:
During the course of the committee sessions, the
delegates shall be allowed to exercise the
following four types of points:
Point of Personal Privilege: A point of personal
privilege addresses matters of personal comfort
and safety.
Point of Inquiry: A point of inquiry allows the
delegates to ask the executive board any queries
about the present procedures of the committee.
Point of Information: A point of information
follows a speech and allows the delegate to ask a
point of information (question) to the speaker
about their speech/resolution.
Point of Order: A point of order allows any
delegate to point-out any factual inaccuracy made
by a speaker in their speech. The delegates are
required to quote the speaker’s exact words.

THE COMMITTEE:

History:
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
(UNODC) is an agency of the United Nations
which works under the purview and direction of
the United Nations Economic and Social Council
(ECOSOC) and reports to ECOSOC through the
Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) and the
Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal
Justice (CCPCJ). It was established on December
15, 1997 through the merger of two pre-existing
UN bodies namely, the United Nations
International Drug Control Programme (UNDCP)
and the Centre for International Crime Prevention
(CICP). The decision was made seeing the
synergies in the work that the two did while also
wanting to combat drug-related challenges and
crime comprehensively. Currently, UNODC
works in liaison with 150 member states through
field offices or regional offices.
Workings and Mandates:
The UNODC's primary mandate is to assist
member states in addressing drug-related
challenges, crime prevention, and counter-
terrorism efforts. Its mission is to promote
security, justice, and health by addressing the
threats posed by drugs, crime, and terrorism.
The UNODC works majorly upon its three
pillars:
Normative work, to assist in the ratification and
implementation of international treaties, and the
development of national legislation on drugs,
crime and terrorism.
Research and analysis, to enrich knowledge and
broaden understanding of drug and crime
problems and to establish evidence-based policies
and strategies.
Technical assistance through international
cooperation, to enable Member States to provide
effective responses to drug-related issues,
organized crime and terrorism.
 About the agenda
Agenda: Strengthening International Drug Control
Policies

Introduction:
The worsening global drug crisis demands a coordinated
response from the international community. This agenda
aims to encourage diplomatic discussions on strengthening
international drug control policies to e ectively address the
challenges posed by drug tra cking, abuse, and related
crimes. By adopting a diplomatic perspective, we can
promote cooperation, understanding, and shared
responsibility in nding sustainable solutions.
1. P r o m o t i n g M u l t i l a t e r a l C o o p e r a t i o n :
Recognising that drug tra cking respects no borders,
we must prioritize enhanced cooperation among
countries. By sharing intelligence and best practices,
we can strengthen law enforcement and border control
e orts. Equally important is the need to promote joint
initiatives, such as technical assistance and capacity-
building programs, to enable a ected nations to combat
drug tra cking e ectively.
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 2. Addressing Root Causes:
Recognizing that drug demand is fueled by socioeconomic
factors, we need to focus on addressing the root causes of
drug abuse. Diplomatic e orts should emphasize promoting
social and economic development, poverty reduction, and
access to quality education. Additionally, supporting drug
prevention programs and fostering inter national
partnerships in research and innovation will contribute to a
multidimensional approach.

3. Strengthening International Legal Frameworks:

Acknowledge the importance of international legal
frameworks in combating drug tra cking and abuse.
Encourage participating countries to ratify and implement
all relevant international conventions, protocols, and
agreements. Strengthening legislative frameworks, ensuring
judicial cooperation, and facilitating extradition processes
are key components of an e ective international response.

4. Promoting Alternatives to Incarceration:

Recognize the need to strike a balanced approach between
drug control and human rights. Encourage member states
to prioritize alternatives to incarceration for drug-related
o enses, such as rehabilitation programs, diversion
strategies, and harm reduction interventions. It is important
to foster dialogue on drug policy reform, continually
reassessing the e ectiveness of punitive measures.

5. Supporting Sustainable Development Goals:

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 Acknowledge that strengthening drug control policies
contributes to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). Encourage member states to
align their drug policies with the SDGs, particularly those
concerning health, justice, gender equality, and peace.
Highlight the importance of international aid and nancial
support to e ectively address the drug crisis in developing
countries.

Conclusion:
By adopting a diplomatic perspective, this agenda seeks to
foster dialogue, collaboration, and shared responsibility
among nations in confronting the challenges posed by drug
tra cking, abuse, and related crimes. By prioritizing
multilateral cooperation, addressing root causes,
strengthening legal frameworks, exploring alternatives to
incarceration, and supporting sustainable development
goals, we can build a more comprehensive and e ective
international approach to drug control.
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