Journey of JP

Being the Chair of the Security Council at MUN for the first time was an exhilarating blend of responsibility and adrenaline. Right from the start, I understood the weight of keeping order in the most intense committee, where global security issues were at stake and emotions often ran high. As delegates delved into debate, passionate arguments would sometimes teeter on the edge of chaos. I quickly learned that reinforcing rules and regulations was essential not only for fairness but to maintain the focus of the debate, and I was committed to upholding the procedures to ensure a structured and impactful session.  However, the intensity reached new heights when a sudden crisis scenario was introduced, thrusting the council into a simulation of impending conflict. Unexpected alliances formed, and heated negotiations turned into strategic war declarations, showcasing the complexity and unpredictability of international relations. Guiding delegates through this crisis, while maintaining...

Representing Chile in the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) at a two-day Model United Nations conference was both challenging and incredibly rewarding. As the delegate of Chile, my primary goal was to advocate for developing countries whose resources are often exploited by developed nations to fuel renewable energy production. Throughout the sessions, I emphasized that while transitioning to renewable energy is crucial, it should not come at the expense of non-renewable resources from developing nations. I highlighted how countries like Chile, rich in resources like lithium and copper, are increasingly pressured to supply materials for the green energy shift, often with little benefit to local communities or economies. Debating this topic brought heated exchanges, especially with delegates from developed countries who pushed for rapid resource extraction to meet their renewable energy goals. I argued passionately that developed nations should respect the sovereignty of resour...