HSINMUN XX
Hosted by the International Bilingual School at Hsinchu Science Park
GENERAL ASSEMBLY I:
DISARMAMENT AND INTERNATIONAL SECURITY
Chair: Phoebe Hsu (TAS)
Co-Chair: Annabelle Hsu (HIA)
Hi, delegates! My name is Phoebe Hsu, and I am a rising junior studying at Taipei American School. It is my absolute honor to be the head chair for DISEC at HSINMUN XX. I have participated in MUN since 7th grade and this year’s HSINMUN would be my 10th conference and 3rd time chairing.
I started MUN as a shy delegate afraid to speak at the podium, didn’t ask many POIs, and avoided being the main submitter of resolutions. However, as I participated in more conferences, I understood the joy of MUN when I started speaking more and pushing myself out of my comfort zone. When you speak more, that is when MUN becomes much more interesting and is not just an event where you listen to global political issues. MUN has changed me as an individual, making me much more aware of important issues and helping me gain confidence in public speaking. Nonetheless, I understand how difficult it is to put yourself in front of the crowd, and as your head chair, I want to be approachable so feel free to ask me for any help with speeches, amendments, and resolutions. I want to make every delegate feel comfortable, enjoy the event, and potentially extend their MUN journey to different conferences and committees such as the ICJ, Crisis, Security Council, and UN4MUN procedures. I strongly encourage delegates to do country research and issue research in preparation for the conference so you can be more engaged in the debate and we can collectively come up with feasible and effective solutions to the critical issues of violent terrorism and the usage of outer space. Outside of MUN, I love playing golf, debating in Public Forum and World Schools, and singing with my friends at KTV. I would love to have conversations with you all about these as well! With this in mind, I can’t wait to meet you all at HSINMUN XX this October!
Greetings to all delegates! I am Annabelle Hsu, a junior at Hsinchu International Academy, and it is my honor to serve as your co-chair for the General Assembly 1 at HSINMUN. This conference holds a special place in my heart as the first MUN I have attended in Taiwan. My MUN journey began in middle school while I was studying in China, and it has been a significant part of my life ever since. MUN is important to me because it introduces me to pressing global issues and empowers me to make a difference. It has provided me with numerous opportunities to amplify my voice and grow as a responsible young adult.
Beyond MUN, I have a variety of interests. I enjoy reading, even though sometimes my brain resists taking in the information, painting, baking desserts for my friends and family (sometimes to their dismay), diving, cycling, and much more. If you have any concerns or need help drafting resolutions, please don't hesitate to email me! I understand how challenging it can be for delegates to speak up and express themselves, as I have faced the same struggles not long ago. As your chair, I am committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment that encourages all delegates to engage and participate fully.
I hope that HSINMUN XX will be a memorable and enjoyable conference for everyone, and I look forward to seeing you all soon!
