Position paper for Pakistan
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Consolidation of peace through practical disarmament measures |
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| Pakistan is committed to promoting global peace and security through practical
disarmament measures. While recognizing the need for conventional deterrence,
Pakistan advocates for the reduction and eventual elimination of conventional weapons.
The country's position on disarmament is guided by several key principles. This includes
Regional Security; Pakistan believes that regional security is essential for global stability
and supports regional cooperation initiatives aimed at reducing tensions and promoting
disarmament. As well as Non-Proliferation of conventional weapons and supports
international efforts to prevent the transfer of them to non-state actors. Pakistan also
emphasizes the importance of transparency and verification mechanisms to ensure
compliance with disarmament agreements.
Pakistan works with the UN towards conventional disarmament and has ratified the treaties proposed by the Conventional Weapons Convention (CWC), whose goal is to establish rules and regulations governing the use of conventional weapons in armed conflict. Pakistan also supports the development and implementation of regional arms control agreements that prevent the stockpile and proliferation of conventional weapons as well as the transferring of them to conflict zones. Pakistan has signed treaties by the Ottawa Convention on Anti-Personnel Mines and the Convention on Cluster Munitions which both work towards prohibiting the use, stockpiling, and proliferation of certain types of conventional weapons. Pakistan also supports confidence building measures that reduce tension and increase transparency. Pakistan is committed to promoting global peace and security through practical disarmament measures. The country's position on conventional disarmament is guided by its commitment to regional security, non-proliferation, and transparency. By implementing the proposed steps, Pakistan can contribute to a more peaceful and secure international environment. | |
| 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 |
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| For the Second Topic, the UN has played a crucial role in promoting the implementation
of the Convention on the Prohibition of the development, production, stockpiling, and use
of chemical weapons and on their destruction (CWC). The UN established the
Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to oversee the
implementation of the CWC and to verify compliance with its provisions. The UN has also
supported the OPCW in its efforts to promote international cooperation on matters
related to chemical weapons, including information sharing, capacity-building, and joint
investigations. Additionally, the UN has aided states in implementing the CWC and has
worked to address the challenges associated with its implementation, such as the illicit
trade in chemical weapons precursors and the use of chemical weapons in conflicts.
Pakistan is committed to the global prohibition of chemical weapons and has been a part of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) since 1977. The country has constantly supported the implementation of the CWC and has taken steps towards fulfilling its obligations under the treaty. As stated already Pakistan has had a long-standing commitment towards disarmament and non-proliferation. The country's decision to join the CWC displays its belief in the need to prevent the use of chemical weapons. Pakistan has also participated in various CWC-related activities, including the destruction of its chemical weapons stockpile and the establishment of national authorities to oversee the implementation of the treaty. Despite the CWC's achievements, challenges remain. The continued use of chemical weapons in some regions and the proliferation of chemical weapons pose serious threats to international peace and security. Pakistan's position on the implementation of the CWC is based on a few key points. Pakistan believes in full compliance with the CWC rules and has taken all measurements to ensure that they have implemented its provisions. Pakistan also supports the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), whose main goal is to prohibit chemical weapons and hold those who use it accountable. Finally, Pakistan believes in the destruction of all chemical stockpiles and has done so themselves, supporting other countries to do the same. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Agriculture development, food security and nutrition |
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| Food insecurity affects approximately 2.4 billion people globally, with over 3 billion unable
to afford nutritious food due to rising costs. Despite progress in reducing
undernourishment, economic slowdowns, armed conflicts, and disease outbreaks have
hindered global advancements. Established in 1945, the United Nations Food and
Agriculture Organization (FAO) promotes research and technology in agriculture, while
initiatives like the World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD) have aimed to bolster food production and nutritional
levels in developing countries. The 1974 Universal Declaration on the Eradication of
Hunger and Malnutrition recognized the negative impact of food gaps on economic
development and underscored the importance of meeting food needs for sustainable
growth. Although undernourishment in developing countries decreased significantly by
2014, the number of people facing acute food insecurity has surged, nearly doubling
between 2016 and 2023, largely due to conflicts, extreme weather, and economic shocks.
This persistent rise has eroded previous progress, prompting the FAO to call for a
renewed commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2) by 2030,
which aims to end hunger and promote sustainable agriculture.
Agriculture is vital to Pakistan and our economy. Pakistan prioritizes agriculture as a key pillar of its food security strategy. We aim to achieve self-sufficiency in major crops like wheat and rice through sustainable development of the agricultural sector, while also acknowledging the need to address challenges like climate change, water scarcity, and equitable food access for all citizens; the government has implemented a National Food Security Policy to guide these efforts. The National Food Security Policy focuses on building an innovation-based sustainable agriculture sector, using public investment to improve the profitability of agriculture, and ensuring food security and freedom from hunger by 2030. Pakistan spends 0.18% of agricultural GDP which may be considered lower than other countries. We aim to increase this percentage soon so the economy can grow through agriculture. Pakistan has a dedicated policy to address food security concerns by enhancing food availability, accessibility, utilization, and stability through sustainable agricultural practices. Recognizing the threat of climate change, Pakistan is actively developing climate-resilient agricultural practices to mitigate its impact on food production. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Development cooperation with middle-income countries |
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| A middle-income country (MIC) is defined as a nation with a gross national income
ranging from $1,136 to $13,845 per capita, with 108 MICs as of July 2023. MICs often
overlap with other classifications, such as least developed countries (LDCs) and small
island developing states, and can move in and out of this classification. The United
Nations has long emphasized economic development and cooperation, declaring the
1960s as the Development Decade to support less developed nations, leading to
initiatives like the Buenos Aires Plan of Action in 1978, which aimed to enhance self-
reliance and communication among developing countries. Despite these efforts, some
nations faced economic stagnation, prompting discussions on specific needs, resulting in
the Challenges for Sustainable Development and International Cooperation declaration
that urged a new framework recognizing the diversity of MICs. The Covid-19 pandemic
further disrupted global economies, leading to the establishment of the Covid-19
Response and Recovery Fund to aid MICs. To combat ongoing issues like natural disasters
and economic hardships, long-term financing initiatives such as the SDG Stimulus aim to
improve investment access.
Pakistan accepts the title of a middle-income country (MIC), while the World Bank officially coins the term for our country. We are eager to participate in the plans for the development of MICs as we hope to become one by 2030. A significant proportion of our population lives below the poverty line, with 24.3% of the population being affected by poverty. Pakistan's long-term development strategy, Vision 2025, aims to make Pakistan one of the world's ten largest economies by 2047. The strategy is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Pakistan's middle class has been growing rapidly, with the number of middle-class individuals increasing by an average of 16.2% per year between 1999 and 2018. Our Shaping the Future report outlines actions Pakistan can take to become an upper-middle-income country by 2047. Based on this report we wish to increase investment, improve education and health, and transform the economy. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Rights of indigenous peoples |
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| Indigenous populations have historically faced setbacks due to displacement and
discrimination despite being a notable percentage of the global population. Their first
recognizable step was the creation of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations in
1982, meant to advocate and give a voice to indigenous populations around the world.
Subsequently, the World Conference on Human Rights followed in 1993, which allowed
for indigenous peoples to have a permanent seat in the United Nations system. In the
same year, the United Nations declared the International Year of World's Indigenous
Peoples. Following this commitment to progress, the United Nations declared two
International Decades of World's Indigenous Peoples, the first from 1994-2005 and the
second from 2005-2014. Most notably has been the adoption of the United Nations
Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in 2007, that legally states their equality
and their right to self-determination. We are currently in the International Decade of
Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), which promotes the protection of these languages
and cultures. The United Nations aims to continue their progress with the 2030 Agenda
for Sustainable Development, meant to uphold the human rights of all peoples.
The state of Pakistan aims to support our indigenous populations through organizational involvement and with the assistance of the United Nations. Pakistan has a vast number of tribal groups, the largest being the Baloch and Kalash tribes. Pakistan has supported the United Nations on several fronts to combat inequality, including the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD) in 1966. By joining the ICERD, Pakistan pledges to outlaw racial discrimination and to follow the terms stated in the Convention. The Convention emphasizes a direct involvement by the government through positive action towards inclusion and equity. These values are directly reflected in Pakistan's Constitution, which states that all minorities have a freedom of religion and can protect their language and culture. In 2007, Pakistan voted to adopt the National Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. This has ensured that Pakistan's laws are in alignment with the Declaration and its objectives to eliminate violence and discrimination against Indigenous peoples, and to raise awareness about injustices. There is also an emphasis on human rights education and a mutual respect between cultures in our State. We have contributed to the idea of mutual respect most notably when Kalasha was recognized as a separate religion in the National Database and Registration Authority; thereby giving the Kalash a greater voice. Pakistan also supports their ethnic minorities through the approval of service projects. Such projects from the IFAD Indigenous Peoples Assistance Facility have taught families how to increase their income which subsequently led to an increase in school enrollment. Ultimately, our efforts have made an impact on the Indigenous communities in Pakistan and have shown our commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. We ask the United Nations to make an international framework for implementing the protection of indigenous groups and their cultural traditions. We want to learn from other countries' models to offer equal opportunities for further development. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Literacy for life |
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| As the world advances, many youth and adults increasingly lack appropriate and
accessible education, affecting literacy rates worldwide. The UN launched several
programs to reduce this issue. One of the first things the UN did to battle illiteracy was to
address it as a new goal and declare the International Literacy Year in 1990. It recognized
that eliminating illiteracy is essential for ensuring the right to education, emphasizing how
it can seriously hinder development. Stressing the importance of this goal, the Dakar
Framework for Action was implemented in collaboration with UNESCO. This was made to
ensure everyone can achieve literacy by strongly encouraging all states to implement
education and literacy programs. Achieving literacy for all is a goal that needs consistent
effort, especially as the world is exposed to constant challenges. This is why, in 2015, the
"Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" resolution was
passed to work toward increasing the number of people having difficulty accessing
education. Specifically, Sustainable Development Goal 4 works towards literacy and
ensures that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women,
achieve literacy and numeracy by 2030. Even as these have been implemented, the UN
continues to create, promote, and ensure new ways to achieve intended goals.
We emphasize and support the importance of literacy for individual and national development. In Pakistan, the National Education Policy was implemented in 2009 by various stakeholders, including education officials from federal and provincial governments, academia, private sectors, and non-government organizations. This policy included improving the quality of education, achieving 86% adult literacy by 2015, and providing increased opportunities to marginalized groups, particularly girls. In collaboration with UNICEF, we have worked nationally to strengthen the public education system to provide basic education for all. In addition, we are committed to reviewing our implementation of the Agenda for Sustainable Development by monitoring the implementation of Goal 4. Furthermore, Pakistan has also made efforts to address the growth of the digital ecosystem by providing a variety of national solutions, including distance learning based on digital education and alternative learning pathways for students outside formal educational settings. Plans such as these allow youth to maintain and improve their literacy skills and expose them to new technological software early on. For people affected by major displacement events to be included in future literacy programs, we call on the United Nations to collaborate and establish formal and non- formal programs that maintain and support literacy within those people. Overall, we have supported the cause of Literacy for Life and established multiple programs to combat this global issue. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | The human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment |
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| On the topic of focus of the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment,
we recognize the importance of this topic as one human right cannot be enjoyed without
a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. Historically, there has been a buildup of
milestones that were crucial to developing what it means to have environmental rights as
a human and why it is important to have them. In 1992, The United Nations Conference
on Environment and Development (UNCED) released the Rio Declaration on Environment
and Development. The Rio Declaration directly linked humans and nature and
acknowledged the interdependent relationship between the two, meaning that a clean
environment and sustainable human development are interdependent on each other.
Following this, in 2022, the United Nations General Assembly recognized that a
sustainable environment is needed for people's well-being, but the practice of
unsustainable resource management and pollution of the environment negatively
impacted the enjoyment of human rights. This raised concerns about how the
environment affects one's ability to enjoy/experience their human rights, so the General
Assembly established a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment as a human right.
Climate change entails various effects on our world that negatively impact human lives
and their ability to enjoy their rights. Climate change degrades our environment more and
more, leaving the world more vulnerable every day. This vulnerability leaves humans at
risk in various ways, a few of them being: as climate change progresses, more and more
severe weather events come in hand, which leave behind destruction and death; because
of the effects of climate change, at least 100 million people will be pushed below the
poverty line by 2030, and climate shock impacts about 76% of people who already face
food insecurity. We stand by this topic of focus as we believe that humans have a
fundamental right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment.
As a country that has faced the effects of Climate Change directly through a scarcity of water, high temperatures, and air pollution, we support and stand by the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. As a result of the interdependent relationship between humans and the environment, it is of deep concern that the increase in climate change and global warming is due to human actions. In previous years, we have voted in favor of resolutions that call for global efforts to build and preserve a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. Thus, we have taken the steps to implement and join efforts to do our part in the preservation of our environment. A prime example of this commitment is seen in the adoption of various projects like the Pakistan Clean Air Policy (PCAP) and The Global Methane Pledge. Under these projects and policies, we are successfully carrying out our responsibilities concerning the 2015 Paris Agreement; as part of our global commitment towards net zero emissions, these projects tackle various climate issues. The Pakistan Clean Air Policy or the National Clean Air Policy (PCAP/NCAP) is a framework project that aims to develop our country's air quality, as we feel that for too long, our country's air quality has been ignored. The framework of the NCAP identifies the provinces of Pakistan as crucial to improving air quality on a national level as they each have their own responsibilities that differ from different regions. As we are trying to manage our air quality nationally, we have also made a global promise to the world through the Global Methane Pledge. Through this pledge, we have committed to a goal of reducing global methane emissions by at least 30% by 2030. On a national level, we are committed to this pledge and doing our part as a participant. As a country that knows how drastic the effects of climate change can be on the people, we are committed to working on a global effort to reduce the impact of pollutants worldwide so that every one after us is given the ability to enjoy their rights. We have much to go, and there is much room for revision as we recognize that to reach this goal, global cooperation is required. We have made both our people and the world a promise that we will do everything we can to improve the quality of life on earth so that they can enjoy their human rights. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Safety and security of humanitarian personnel and protection of United Nations personnel |
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| On the topic of Safety and security of humanitarian personnel and protection of United
Nations personnel, we acknowledge that there is a high demand of people who are in
need of humanitarian aid. This number is estimated to be about 363 million people.
These people are acknowledged by the United Nations Department of Safety and Security
(UNDSS), which coordinates thousands of humanitarian missions to aid the needy. Many
of these take place in high-risk environments, therefore putting personnel in danger of
attack despite the UN's neutrality. We recognize that humanitarian missions are
necessary to uphold international law. However, the spread of rapid disinformation is
increasing the risk for humanitarian personnel, which makes it challenging to keep both
people in aid and workers safe. Throughout history, there have been milestones crucial to
the buildup of the current protection frameworks we have today for humanitarian aid
workers. In 1949, The Geneva Convention for the Amelioration of the Condition of the
Wounded and Sick in Armed Forces in the Field established the right of protection for
humanitarian workers during crises. Though this did not establish protection for
personnel who were caring for civilians, it was a rather historical and crucial act that
blazed the future for the safety of personnel. Later, in 1977, this was expanded to extend
its safety and security to workers caring for civilians. To further protect personnel, the
Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associate Personnel imposed criminal
liability for attacking United Nations personnel in 1994. A turning point in this topic was in
October of 2003, after the Canal Hotel bombing. It was a devastating attack where
humanitarian aid workers were targeted after setting up headquarters there for a mission
of humanitarian assistance. This attack exposed weaknesses in the security system, which
led to the reform of the security system to tighter security to ensure the safety of its
workers. It also highlighted the target the UN had on it despite its neutrality. We stand by
this topic of focus as we believe that the safety and security of humanitarian personnel
and the protection of United Nations personnel are critical to upholding international law.
As a country that sees the importance of humanitarian aid in moments of crisis, we believe that the safety of personnel is very important as the distribution of this humanitarian aid often relies on the safety of the personnel. We want to highlight the situation at hand today that has drawn global attention, and we believe it is necessary to bring it up. About 197 UNRWA staff have lost their lives during the ongoing conflict while delivering assistance in the occupied Palestinian territory. The funding of UNRWA is experiencing a dramatic dip as countries suspend their funding. This lack of funding means less resources and money to train personnel to act efficiently and safely, ultimately decreasing the aid UNRWA can provide. We as a country stand behind the humanitarian crisis in Palestine and are sending over as much humanitarian aid to Gaza as we have an utmost commitment to helping those in need. Without this critical funding, we are unable to help as much as we want to, and we urge for a plan towards peace as not only are civilians being put in danger, but personnel are too. As a country, we have worked with our local, regional, and national GOP authorities to provide essential capacity-building assistance for our emergency responders. We believe that we have worked locally and are dedicated to continue working on this internationally to make sure all personnel are provided with safety and security. | |
| Committee: | ECOSOC |
| Topic: | Empowering people and ensuring inclusiveness and equality |
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| The ECOSOC focuses on addressing 2 big topics, the first topic is Empowering people and
ensuring inclusiveness and equality. It plays a critical role in helping world inequality,
Environmental degradation. The issues related to this topic including Unfettered market
conditions and poor institutional frameworks, Income inequality within countries,
Absence of adequate social protection, gender inequality, climate change. However, the
United nation has created some solutions to deal with issues such as the UN Sustainable
Development Summit which is an event that brings together world leaders to discuss the
Sustainable development goals and the 2030 Agenda. The goal was to reignite
enthusiasm for the 2030 Agenda to encourage accelerated action towards the Sustainable
development Goals. Since its founding in 1945, the United Nations and United Nations
Charter stressed the need for solving economic and humanitarian problems and,1948,
adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, affirming the United Nations'
commitment to freedom, equality, dignity and human rights for all people. In 1957, the
General Assembly created the Special Fund to help provide systematic and sustained
assistance for the technical, economic and social development of countries in need of
development support. While the goals and targets set by the 2030 Agenda are
instrumental in the generations of policy, the indicators of success risk a narrow focus on
measurements of inequality that do not reflect the impacts of systems with a
concentration of wealth at the top.
The Pakistan ambassador announced that Pakistan will play an active role in helping to develop consensus on the measure for recovery from the current crises and revive the prospects of achieving the Sustainable development Goal (SDGs). Our goal is to promote higher standards of living, full employment, and economic and social progress. The country is making all possible efforts to establish institutional mechanisms in line with the 2030 Agenda. All tiers of government in Pakistan are aligning existing and new policies with the 2030 Agenda. To fast-track SDGs, several new policies have been formulated and approved by relevant authorities. The newly elected government has a firm stance on strengthening institutions, ensuring meritocracy, and introducing transparency at all levels. Pakistan committed to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development right from its inception, in 2015. In February 2016, it became the first country in the world to adopt the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of its national development agenda through a National Assembly Resolution. In fact, Pakistan started a conversation around the post-2015 Agenda as early as 2013, when nationwide consultations helped identify the priorities that were weaved into Pakistan's national development perspective. In addition, Pakistan's 12th Five Year Plan (2018-23) is aligned with the SDGs' objectives of equity, inclusivity and sustainability. | |
| Committee: | ECOSOC |
| Topic: | Science, technology and innovation for development |
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| The second topic is Science, technology and innovation for development which is a key
role in United Nations development strategies and the socioeconomic transformation of
our country. It takes advantage of modern technologies, developing economies can
sidestep the development routes taken by the older, developed countries. The issues
including Substantial improvements to drinking water and sanitation, New and renewable
sources of energy. The United Nations first began discussing the role of STI for
development in 1949 at the United Nations Scientific Conference for the Conservation
and Utilization of Resources, where Member States discussed the potential for
underdeveloped regions to benefit greatly from new technologies. It was not until 1961
that the Economic and Social Council would call for the creation of the United Nations
Conference on the Application of Science and Technology for the Benefit of the Less
Developed Areas, which took place in Geneva in 1963. In response to growing discontent,
the United Nations General Assembly convened the 1979 Conference on Science and
Technology for Development (UNCSTD) in Vienna, which focused on improving the spread
of technology and the technological capacity of least developed countries. The united
Nation Sustainable Development goals are a call for action for all countries to promote
prosperity while protecting the planet. It includes 17 goals such as ending poverty, hunger
and malnutrition, ensuring quality education, healthy lives, access to water and
sanitation, affordable energy, achieving gender equality, and promoting sustainable
economic growth. Building resilient infrastructure.
The Pakistan government is fully committed to harnessing the potential of our youth, leveraging the opportunities through innovative financing, making use of technologies, partnerships, and cross-sectoral innovations to ensure that we deliver on our commitments and create a solid foundation that enables sustainable national development, regional growth, and global prosperity. Pakistan has initiated actions to protect the environment and contribute to minimizing the adverse impacts of climate change. Pakistan is committed to adopt a low carbon trajectory and a pathway towards a "green economy". The Climate Change Policy 2017 lays out adaptation and mitigation strategies to reinforce, improve and respond to emerging challenges. By integrating all three dimensions of sustainable development into Pakistan's development paradigm, Pakistan aims to achieve the overarching goals of natural resource conservation, ecosystem and biodiversity protection, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. However, insufficient financing for sustainable development remains a challenge in difficult fiscal conditions and is likely to weigh heavily on the meaningful achievement of the 2030 Agenda's ambitious targets. To this end, there is a need to channelize resources through stronger partnerships with the global community. | |
| Committee: | CCPCJ |
| Topic: | Equal access to justice for all |
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| Committing to providing equal access to justice for all citizens is the backbone of a healthy
democracy. To ensure access to an equitable and efficient justice system for both citizens
and displaced peoples is a step toward empowering all Member Nations. As a body, the
United Nations has laid the groundwork for equal access to justice with the passage of the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Kyoto Declaration on Advancing Crime
Prevention, passed recently in 2021, has furthered Member States' abilities to strengthen
individual justice systems and cooperate internationally. Further, partnerships with NGOs
such as the International Justice System have been invaluable in promoting the integrity of
domestic justice systems while focusing on empowering individuals to seek justice. With an
encouraging framework in place, it is clear that Member Nations are committed to meeting
the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
However, there is much work to be done in order to meet the goals outlined in the SDG. On the topic of equal access to justice for all, Pakistan is committed to promoting access to justice for both its citizens and displaced peoples. In 2002, we created the Access to Justice Program, which has expedited our domestic judicial proceedings and continues to emphasize the legal rights of impoverished citizens. We recently reaffirmed our commitment to justice by passing the Juvenile Justice Systems Act, a measure which has addressed the welfare and educational needs of vulnerable juvenile offenders. In July of this year, we hosted the UN's World Day against Trafficking in Persons, with an emphasis on displaced women and children. We hope fellow Member States will join and support us in our continued commitment to ensuring access to legal action, particularly for the most vulnerable within our societies. We firmly assert that collaborative efforts to promote awareness between Member Nations as well as individual domestic reform taken at the pace of individual states is the most viable way to ensure equal access to justice for all. | |
| Committee: | CCPCJ |
| Topic: | International cooperation in combating transnational organized crime and corruption |
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| Globalization and advances in technology have made international and transnational
organized crime a dangerous reality. While individual governments pursue offenders
within their borders, smuggling, drug trafficking, terrorism, and cybercrime proliferate
largely unchecked. To combat this threat to all Member States, the Economic and Social
Council of the United Nations established the Commission on Crime Prevention and
Criminal Justice in 1992, which is the policymaking body for international crime
prevention. With a viable commission in place, the UN adopted the Convention against
Transnational Organized Crime, greatly increasing cooperation between Member States
and establishing an international definition for transnational crime. The SHERLOC
program was created as a complement to these initiatives, acting as a system under
which Member Nations may exchange relevant information regarding crime. With a firm
framework in place, Member Nations have been incentivized to cooperate with each
other to ensure the efficacy of their own justice systems.
As transnational crime is a global issue that affects all member states, Pakistan recognizes the growing need for regional pacts and cooperation that promote the sharing of useful information while safeguarding strong borders and the sovereignty of individual states. In 2018, Pakistan passed the Prevention of Trafficking in Persons Act, which imposes a steep fine on those found guilty of trafficking. In 2022, we partnered with the UNODC to create the first ever Pilot Initiative in Asia, which has the goal of promoting and reaching the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. During this time, we announced the ratification of the Trafficking in Persons protocol (TIP), an initiative designed to address instances of human trafficking within our borders. Most recently, we have worked closely with the UNODC to establish a national anti-trafficking hotline and increase the rate of prosecution for trafficking and smuggling crimes. We assert that regional cooperation is an important step in combatting transnational crime, but we caution the UN against promoting global initiatives that may compromise border security and national sovereignty. Our wish is that fellow member states both acknowledge the danger posed by incidents of transnational trafficking and recognize the need for measures that safeguard access to crime prevention technology. Let us enter the next quarter of this century as collaborators, both regionally and globally, united in preventing transnational crime and promoting national sovereignty. | |
| Committee: | WHA |
| Topic: | Global Strategy for Women's, Children's and Adolescents' Health |
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| One of the WHA's focus is on womens and childrens healthcare. Specifically it focuses on maternal health care and preventative healthcare.The overall goal is to reduce child and maternal healthcare. The WHA provides resources and education for countries so that they are able to help their population. With the WHA help countries are able to provide their people with preventative and reproductive healthcare. Countries are able to provide vaccines for children and contraceptives and HIV/AID education for women along with maternal care. Pakistan's healthcare system is a mix of public and private healthcare. Pakistan has an extensive public healthcare system for the benefits of our citizens. Public healthcares main focus is for unexpected medical events and preventative healthcare. Pakistan launched a health program in 1994 called Lady Health Workers (LHW) specifically targeted to focus on women's health. This program offers health services like maternal care, family planning, and immunizations all at peoples homes. There is also a trained community of midwives that have organized themselves around our country to help mothers giving birth safely. Local health centers also offer reproductive care. The LHW has been successful at decreasing mortality rates and improving family planning. | |
| Committee: | WHA |
| Topic: | Public health dimension of the world drug problem |
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| The other focus the WHA had is the world drug problem. It focuses on reducing the number of deaths related to drugs, stopping drug trafficking, and intervention and prevention. The WHA provides countries with the resources needed to prevent the use of drugs and stop it before it starts. They provide countries with different programs to prevent drug use and also to stop drug trafficking. In 1976 Pakistan passed The Drugs Act. This act laid out the structure for drug manufacturing and regulation in Pakistan. It controlled everything related to drug manufacturing including advertising and pricing, to follow the WHO recommendations. Prior to this act in 1961 they held The Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, this convention created a list of dangerous drugs that this eventual act would be focused on. In 1977, The Narcotics Act established penalties for people found possessing any illegal drug. In 2012, Pakistan passed the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan Act (DRAP), which created a Drug Regulatory Authority that would carry out and enforce The Drugs Act from 1976. All these drug acts work together to prevent the spread and use of drugs. | |
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