About the Committee

The First Committee of the General Assembly deals with disarmament, global challenges and threats to peace that affect the international community. It considers all disarmament and international security matters within the scope of the Charter or relating to the powers and functions of any other organ of the United Nations.

The Committee addresses a broad range of subjects related to disarmament, from weapons of mass destruction to conventional arms, from outer space to cyber security. Delegates will engage in substantive discussions on current global security challenges and work towards comprehensive solutions.

Committee Information

Committee Size Maximum 50 Delegates
Experience Level Intermediate to Advanced
Language English

Student Officers

President Chair TBA
Deputy Chair TBA
Deputy Chair TBA

Agenda Items

  • Strengthening international cooperation to counter cyberattacks by non-state entities

    Examining the growing threats posed by non-state cyber actors and developing comprehensive international frameworks for cooperation in cybersecurity defense and response mechanisms.

  • Counterterrorism strategies and the threat of transnational terrorist networks

    Addressing the evolving nature of transnational terrorism and developing effective multilateral strategies to combat terrorist networks while respecting human rights and international law.

  • The role of international advocacy NGOs in shaping arms control and disarmament policies

    Analyzing the influence and contributions of non-governmental organizations in arms control negotiations and exploring frameworks for enhanced NGO participation in disarmament processes.