Dear Future Delegates,

As part of the application process, you will be asked to consider two important aspects of the Committee’s agenda. You might not have encountered these topics before, and that is perfectly fine. We do not expect applicants to be familiar with every technical detail of nuclear power or the complexities of international energy policy. What we encourage you to do is approach the questions with an open mind and try to examine the issues from more than one perspective.

Exploring the topic

“What factors should a country consider before building its first nuclear power plant?”

Try to imagine yourself as a decision-maker responsible for introducing nuclear energy into your country’s energy system. What would you need to know before making such a significant commitment? Consider whether the country has sufficient financial resources, a reliable energy infrastructure, access to technology, and the necessary institutions to oversee nuclear activities. Reflect on how the decision might affect the country’s development priorities and energy strategy in the coming decades.

“What are the prospects and risks of cooperation between African countries and foreign partners in developing nuclear energy?”

International partnerships can open up new opportunities, but they can also involve competing interests and difficult compromises. Consider what different participants expect to gain from cooperation and whether their objectives necessarily coincide. Explore how foreign involvement could influence local expertise, technological independence, and the ability of African countries to manage their own nuclear programmes. Try to identify both the opportunities such partnerships create and the conditions necessary to make them mutually beneficial.

Making the most of your preparation

Before submitting your application, we encourage you to approach the topics from several different angles:

Start with the context. Try to understand why nuclear energy has become an important subject for many African countries. Consider the relationship between electricity demand, economic growth, access to energy, and sustainable development.

Question the assumptions. Is nuclear power necessarily the best option for every country? Does foreign investment always lead to positive outcomes?

Compare possible approaches. Different countries have different economic conditions, resources, and development goals. Think about why a strategy that works in one state might not be suitable for another.

Pay attention to international cooperation. Consider the role of organizations such as the IAEA in promoting the peaceful use of nuclear technology, supporting member states, and establishing international safety standards.

Recognize potential trade-offs. Economic benefits may come with financial commitments, while access to advanced technologies may involve reliance on foreign expertise.

Be prepared to reconsider your arguments. Being able to acknowledge different viewpoints and adjust your reasoning is an important skill in international relations.

When addressing the African nuclear energy sector, we do not require an exhaustive analysis or a fully developed international policy. Instead, we value your approach to the questions and the clarity and coherence of your responses. Structure your answers meaningfully, focusing on the most compelling arguments and explaining how they connect. Use real-world examples wisely to support your reasoning, making sure they boost your argument rather than just fill space. Also, avoid oversimplifying complex international issues by presenting them as a simple choice between two sides; recognising the complexity is important for any future delegate.

C-MIMUN is not simply an opportunity to demonstrate what you already know. It is a chance to investigate unfamiliar subjects, encounter different perspectives, and learn how international decisions are discussed and negotiated.

We hope this application process will be the beginning of an exciting experience for you. Good luck with your preparation, and we look forward to meeting you at C-MIMUN 2027!

After successfully passing the interview, you will be assigned a UN Member State to represent at the Moscow International Model United Nations 2027. You will then need to write a Position Paper for your assigned country. This is a short document outlining your stance on the committee’s agenda based on the interests of the party you represent. It should also propose possible solutions to the issues identified in the agenda, grounded in how those issues affect your country.

Requirements

1. Before writing your position paper, you must read the experts’ report for your committee and study both the general state of affairs on the agenda and the official position of your assigned country. 

2. Your position paper must be based exclusively on the official position of the country you represent. It must not reflect your personal views as a participant.This is a key requirement, as a delegate speaks on behalf of a state rather than on their own behalf.

3. Everything in your position paper must directly relate to the committee’s agenda. Avoid general reflections that are not connected to the topic under discussion.

4. Criticizing another country is not allowed, nor are any other forms of disrespect. Mutual respect should guide all interactions within the committee.

5. Write from the perspective of your delegation, using “we” or the name of your country. Formulations such as “I”, “my country” or “my organization” are not permitted, since a delegate represents the national interests of an entire state rather than personal views.

6. Speaking time will be determined by a vote of the delegates, but you should aim for 2 to 4 minutes. A long speech is not always a good one, so keep it concise and substantive. Within these limits, we look forward to your creativity.

Recommended Structure

The composition and logic of your text are up to you as a delegate. However, we recommend the following structure.

1. Introduction (the stance).  Briefly characterize the key issue from your country’s perspective and state its fundamental position clearly. This should immediately convey the line you will defend, as well as your country’s general view on the problem before the Committee and its national interests and priorities related to the topic
2. Body paragraphs (the evidence). Support your stance with facts, historical context or statistics, and refer to previous UN actions, resolutions or policies that your country has supported or opposed. This is also where you should describe the measures your country is already taking in this area.
3. Conclusion (the resolution). Summarize the key points and propose concrete steps or compromises that your country is prepared to support, aligning them with its foreign policy and current international commitments.

Expert’s Report