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Position paper for Nauru

Committee:	GA First
Topic:	Consolidation of peace through practical disarmament measures
Paper text:
Nauru G1 - Position Paper Topic A: Consolidation of Peace through Practical Disarmament Measures In keeping with the spirit of the UN Charter While the Republic of Nauru has no military forces, it remains committed to peace through practical disarmament measures, including the elimination of nuclear weapons. On October 21, 2013, New Zealand, speaking on behalf of Nauru in the United Nations General Assembly's First Committee, emphasized the need for nuclear disarmament. The statement urged a humanitarian focus on the global agenda and the development of multilateral negotiations on nuclear disarmament. By supporting this statement in 2013, Nauru demonstrated its commitment to peace through practical disarmament. Moreover, the Republic of Nauru benefits from military support from the Commonwealth of Australia under a Memorandum of Understanding. Australia also supports peace through practical disarmament measures, including prohibitions on weapons of mass destruction and inhumane conventional weapons. Through this understanding, Nauru and Australia collaborate to establish a foundation for peace through practical disarmament.

Committee:	GA First
Topic:	Implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stockpiling and Use of Chemical Weapons and on Their Destruction
Paper text:
Topic B: Implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stockpiling, and Use of Chemical Weapons and on Their Destruction In keeping with the spirit of the UN Charter The Republic of Nauru, while it does not hold a standing army or have any weapons of mass destruction, including chemical weapons, has dedicated itself and is continuously driven towards maintaining and the advancement of peace through the Prohibition of development, production, stockpiling, and all use of chemical weapons by any State or Nation in the world. Nauru adheres to and promotes the statutes laid out by the Chemical Weapons Conference to eliminate the development and use of all chemical weapons, through the prohibition of chemical weapons and by ordering the destruction of stockpiles of chemical weapons held by any state or group that possesses them. Nauru's commitment to this task can be further expressed by the passage of the Chemical Weapons Convention Act of 2012 by the Republic of Nauru's parliament. In addition, the Republic of Nauru benefits from military support from the Commonwealth of Australia under a Memorandum of Understanding. Australia in cooperation with Nauru, also, supports and promotes the prohibition, stockpiling, and use of Chemical Weapons in pursuit of their destruction. Through this union of common interests, The Republic of Nauru and Australia collaborate in striving for peace through the international prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

Committee:	GA Second
Topic:	Agriculture development, food security and nutrition
Paper text:
The Republic of Nauru is a rather poor state, with many of their potentially arable land devastated by phosphate mining. The limited size of the country prevents Nauru from engaging in other forms of agriculture, exclusively on the coast and in the ocean around it. This being said, Nauru is largely dependent on imports, as according to the National Food Systems Pathway on the UN Food Summit, over 90% of their total food consumption comes from imported, cheap goods. Nauru as a result is a state that stands with much to gain for agriculture development and food security. This state is idealist, in hoping that the efforts of the UNGA bear fruit into providing food security to developing states all across the world.

Committee:	GA Second
Topic:	Development cooperation with middle-income countries
Paper text:
Nauru stands with the UN charter's article 1, which states that Nauru will work together with member states "To achieve international co-operation in solving international problems". Realizing the lack of support Nauru can send compared to other states, this state will offer as much assistance as necessary. As a developing country, Nauru also looks to the United Nations to lend a helping hand in our development process. Despite consistent cooperation with other countries, especially those in the west, Nauru's recent recognition of the People's Republic of China shows our willingness towards multilateral cooperation and support.

Committee:	GA Third
Topic:	Rights of indigenous peoples
Paper text:
The Republic of Nauru recognizes the importance of the rights of Indigenous peoples as a vital component of global human rights discourse. As one of the smallest nations in the pacific, Nauru deeply understands the struggles faced by Indigenous populations, including issues related to cultural preservation, land rights, and access to education, health care, and political representation. Indigenous communities worldwide continue to be marginalized, and we believe that international cooperation is essential to ensure their rights are protected and promoted. While possessing unique traditions, languages, and knowledge systems, they are at risk of erosion due to globalization, economic pressures, and colonization. Nauru supports the international community's commitment to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and other initiatives aimed at safeguarding these cultural treasures. The delegation urges member states to adopt measures that enable Indigenous peoples to regain control over their territories and natural resources. Nauru is committed to working alongside the global community to protect and promote the rights of Indigenous peoples, and in turn, calls for a future where Indigenous peoples are not just surviving but thriving in societies that fully recognize and respect their contributions and rights.

Committee:	GA Third
Topic:	Literacy for life
Paper text:
The Republic Of Nauru recognizes that literacy is far more than being able to read and write; it is a foundational skill that enables individuals to participate fully in society, fostering economic empowerment, social inclusion, and personal development. As the world is becoming more interconnected and advanced, the demand for higher education levels and literacy rates are rising. According to the 2012 Nauru report from the US Department Of State, Nauru's literacy rate was 95%. Although this rate is higher than the world average of 86%, Nauru and other nations can still improve education systems to reach 100% literacy by ensuring equal access to schooling worldwide. Nauru is invested in Goal 4 of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, an inclusive and quality education initiative. Nauru believes by following goals such as ensuring equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university, and substantially increasing the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs, and entrepreneurship, the lives and literacy will improve globally.

Committee:	GA Plenary
Topic:	The human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment
Paper text:
Before all other matters of policy; what must come first is the general welfare of the individual, therefore promoting the welfare of the group. Among the things which human beings need to live healthy and happy lives, none is more important than the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. This is why important steps must be taken to secure these rights for all members of the global community. Nauru has suffered first hand the detrimental effects of losing some of these most basic of protections. The rising ocean levels have seen the destruction of substantial sections of our island. A situation which displaces our citizens and leaves them homeless. Nauru is not alone in this struggle. Almost every nation present has in some way experienced ill effects of the climate crisis. Whether from natural disaster, starvation caused by drought, our disease spread by unclean water. However, there is much hope in this matter. The problems that face us have practical solutions which this body has the power to enact. It is my hope as well as the hope of all nations that suffer from the environmental neglect of our planet, that this body can begin the process of enacting positive solutions.

Committee:	GA Plenary
Topic:	Safety and security of humanitarian personnel and protection of United Nations personnel
Paper text:
If the United Nations is to be effective in our enactment of policy; workers under the humanitarian field must be supported with the utmost urgency. No amount of funding can resolve issues at hand without the contribution of the humanitarian to carry out the work. With this being said, steps must be taken to ensure the proper conditions so that all work can be carried out effectively and efficiently. With this being said steps must also be taken to ensure the safety and protection of all United Nation workers. Specifically those who operate within politically unstable nations. One possible solution to both the safety of humanitarian and U.N. personnel, is the creation of protective grids by U.N. security forces. If a grid is established within possible hostile environments by security forces, personnel would have the adequate means to carry out any and all missions. To send personnel to foreign nations without this guaranteed protection would be a neglect of the most important aspect of the United Nations- The very workers that create it.

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