Dear Delegates of the Disarmament Commission,

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I am honored and delighted to welcome you to the Disarmament Commission as part
of KAMUN’26 as we gather to dive into the relevant challenges that are faced
globally and protect our future. This year, our committee is not only a forum for
debate but a stage for innovation, collaboration, and bold ideas.

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I am Raya Khalifa, an eleventh-grade student at King’s Academy, and I am this
year's president of the Disarmament Commission. The Disarmament Commission is
at the heart of promoting peace, security, and cooperation among nations facing
some of the toughest questions in the international community. In this forum, we are
not only here to address ongoing threats but also to create a space for dialogue and
communication that moves us toward sustainable solutions.

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As someone who sat where you are now, not too long ago, I can tell you that this committee will make you think deeply, argue sharply, and see perspectives you never expected. And I am eternally grateful that I get to be a part of your MUN journey, whether it's your first experience or your tenth.

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This year, we will debate two topics: “Nuclear Disarmament in South Asia:
Confidence Building between India and Pakistan,” where we will look into the
growing tensions in South Asia and explore pathways of communication and
transparency to prevent any escalation in the region. “Space Militarization and the
US-China Rivalry: Preventing an Arms Race in Outer Space” will follow the emerging
challenges of ensuring that outer space remains a peaceful field rather than a new
domain for conflict.

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Finally, I urge you to be open-minded and take in each other's ideas. Come forth with
curiosity and courage. And remember that MUN is not about who speaks the
loudest, but who builds the strongest bridges. In the words of Eleanor Roosevelt: “It
isn’t enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn’t enough to
believe in it. One must work at it.”

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Kind regards,

Raya Khalifa
President of The Disarmament Commission

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