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Russia motions for an unmoderated caucus 30 minutes into debate and the chair doesn't look too pleased. As such they may say this phrase...
What is..."The chair would highly smile upon more formal debate".
In Model UN, conferences are based around establishing diplomatic agreements by way of these types of documents...
What is...Resolutions.
On this year, a very important acronymed organization was formed.
What is...1945
This organization, established in 1949, is a political and military alliance of Western countries.
What is...NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization).
Everyone files into the conference room but before any diplomacy can take place this motion will need to be voted on.
What is..."Motion to open debate".
Canada motions for a 9:45 on "general solutions" when you just did a mod on "solutions". As such, the chair might rule this motion...
What is...dilatory.
What is...multilateral diplomacy.
This nation was the most recent fully fledged member on the UN.
What is...South Sudan
This 1864 convention that established the standard of protection for wounded and sick soldiers was picked up by the UN nearly 90 years later and went by the name...
What is...The Geneva Conventions.
Whoopsie! Your chair forgot to take Roll Call. A delegate may raise this point.
What is..."Point of Order".
When delegates are getting mighty boisterous, the chair may exclaim this phrase.
What is..."Decorum!"
This term refers to the diplomatic practice of a nation offering finical assistance or support to another country, often for political or strategic reasons.
What is...foreign aid.
This American city hosts the United Nations' official headquarters.
Where is...New York City
After the Second World War, the UN passed this declaration--often seen as the most important ever passed.
What is...The Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Your'e going though the speakers list and it's taking FOREVER. You decide to motion to end the madess with this phrase.
What is..."Motion to amend the speakers list speaking time to _(less time)_."
Your resolution is almost ready but you forgot to put these under your list of signatories and sponsors and above your clauses.
What are...Perambulatory clauses.
This action is when a delegate works behind the scenes to build alliances, gain support for resolutions, and compromise.
What is...Lobbying.
UNISEF is an acronym for this 6-word phrase.
What is...United Nations Children's International Emergency Fund.
In 1978, the UNESCO published a 12-item list that sought to protect monuments of "outstanding value". These items were known by this name.
What are...World Heritage Sites.
During the speakers list you hear another country say something crazy! To clarify you raise this point.
What is..."Point of information".
Members of the UN may follow all procedures and spend countless hours drafting resolutions, yet these 5 countries reserve unquestionable veto power.
What are...China, France, Russia, The United States, and The United Kingdom.
This diplomatic strategy entails government efforts to communicate directly with foreign publics to influence their opinions and build support for a country's foreign policy objectives and national interests.
What is...public diplomacy.
The first recorded Model UN conference was held at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania on April 5, 1947. It was a General Assembly and the topic sought to regulate this powerful resource.
What is...atomic energy
The first UN Youth Assembly was led by this individual.
Who is...Malala Yousafzai.
Resolutions are on the floor and freshly presented and you're ready to vote. Someone motions to enter voting bloc and these 3 procedures must be observed.
What are...Doors are closed and locked, delegates are silent, and all substantive debate is paused.