The Association of Southeast Asian Nations is engaged in heavy debate today regarding the corruption of government in the ASEAN member states. While discussing the topic, two blocs emerged with similar programs and ideals; calling for a merge within twenty minutes of discussion. The delegation of Thailand lead the new joint group supporting uniform collaboration between developed nations and LDC. Approval was quite uniform throughout the committee and a draft resolution was written. The paper included calling for fundamental societal needs along with endorsing the integration of companies within ASEAN states.
As the third committee session began, the paper was presented to the committee. With an obvious consensus for approval, Draft Resolution 1.0 “The Holy Trinity” was passed shortly.
Now, as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations moves into their second topic it is critical that the delegations of this committee establish their stance. The topic at hand: The Effects of Economic Growth on Religion, is an issue that is truly close to heart for many of these nations. The delegation of New Zealand believes that solving “the fundamental issues of lives being taken. A problem that affects all [nations]” first is feasible. However, the delegation of Laos responded in an interview that to “save lives, you must have good vibes. What we mean by this is that to combat religious extremists, a fundamental society with social services must be developed”. The delegation of Thailand supports Laos however reminds other delegates the threat of how “fast development is no development”. This is true, with an explosive increase in GDP for many ASEAN states there is a lacking fundamental urbanization. Accompanying the absence of these fundamentals are a “lack of economic opportunity for many citizens in the rural areas […] possibly driving these citizens to drive a plane into a tower” (Delegation of New Zealand). The committee has begun to veer off topic and if delegates are not set straight soon a large amount of discussion could be wasted.
Overall, there has been little opposition in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Delegates are able to “be set straight and get on the same page during unmoderated caucus’”(Director of ASEAN). Discussion is efficient with nations sharing and developing ideas in round table style discussion. With the delegation of Malaysia suggesting “intelligence agencies to investigate […] possible social programs” and “reducing the stigmatisation of minority religions by governments” (Delegation of Vietnam). Possible solutions are beginning to develop as ASEAN is an efficient committee with well informed delegates. It is a pleasure to sit in on this debate session.
As the third committee session began, the paper was presented to the committee. With an obvious consensus for approval, Draft Resolution 1.0 “The Holy Trinity” was passed shortly.
Now, as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations moves into their second topic it is critical that the delegations of this committee establish their stance. The topic at hand: The Effects of Economic Growth on Religion, is an issue that is truly close to heart for many of these nations. The delegation of New Zealand believes that solving “the fundamental issues of lives being taken. A problem that affects all [nations]” first is feasible. However, the delegation of Laos responded in an interview that to “save lives, you must have good vibes. What we mean by this is that to combat religious extremists, a fundamental society with social services must be developed”. The delegation of Thailand supports Laos however reminds other delegates the threat of how “fast development is no development”. This is true, with an explosive increase in GDP for many ASEAN states there is a lacking fundamental urbanization. Accompanying the absence of these fundamentals are a “lack of economic opportunity for many citizens in the rural areas […] possibly driving these citizens to drive a plane into a tower” (Delegation of New Zealand). The committee has begun to veer off topic and if delegates are not set straight soon a large amount of discussion could be wasted.
Overall, there has been little opposition in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Delegates are able to “be set straight and get on the same page during unmoderated caucus’”(Director of ASEAN). Discussion is efficient with nations sharing and developing ideas in round table style discussion. With the delegation of Malaysia suggesting “intelligence agencies to investigate […] possible social programs” and “reducing the stigmatisation of minority religions by governments” (Delegation of Vietnam). Possible solutions are beginning to develop as ASEAN is an efficient committee with well informed delegates. It is a pleasure to sit in on this debate session.