The Disarmament and International Security Committee

The Disarmament and International Security Committee

Letter from the Chairperson

Namaste Delegates,

I’m Aarchi Mehta, and I find immense pride and joy in being your Chairperson for the Shishukunj NC MUN 2026. I’m in Grade 11 and keenly interested in science and design, and I wish to pursue product design. I’m deeply fascinated by music and theatre, where imagination turns into actual emotions, a physical display of human nature, with the help of practicality and pure creativity, and I believe that’s exactly what a committee should hold: a room full of delegates with rare, complicated thoughts, perspectives, and ideas, all woven into speeches backed by statistical knowledge, diplomacy, and research.

Alongside academics and MUN, I’ve always enjoyed creative expression, whether through writing, designing, public speaking, or building ideas into something meaningful. To me, diplomacy itself is a form of creativity, with the ability to shape words into impact.

I expect all of you to come prepared, with an open mind. Research thoroughly, but come with a spirit of collaboration and a willingness to engage in constructive discussion. The committee room not only holds debate and decorum for you but also acts as an educational platform meant to explore, think, apply, and work together.

Remember, whether you’re a seasoned delegate or it’s your first conference, every voice matters. Should any questions arise regarding the Model United Nations (MUN), please do not hesitate to seek guidance. Comprehensive research, active participation, and collaborative endeavours are strongly encouraged. I truly look forward to meeting all of you and witnessing the ideas, passion, and perspectives you bring into the committee.

Regards,

Aarchi Mehta

Chairperson

Disarmament and International Security Council

COMMITTEE DESCRIPTION

The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC), the First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, was established in 1945 alongside the founding of the United Nations. It provides a forum for nations to discuss topics associated with global peace, security, and disarmament, as well as find solutions to the challenges of the international security system. DISEC is not legally binding; it recommends subjects to be considered, while the CCW contains legally binding treaties. It comprises 193 UN Member States, playing a vital role in promoting international peace and making the globe a safer and more secure place.

AGENDA DESCRIPTION

This agenda aims to create an international framework regulating Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS), weapons that use AI to distinguish and engage targets with varying human input. Autonomy has three different levels: (1) semi-autonomous systems keep humans in the loop; (2) supervised systems with human override; and (3) fully autonomous LAWS, which operate with no human control. LAWS conflict with the principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution under International Humanitarian Law (IHL), raising issues of accountability and human dignity. No individual can be held responsible for an autonomous weapon’s actions, and major military powers continue blocking progress towards a binding treaty while investing heavily in autonomous weapons development, risking a dangerous arms race.