“We recognize that our future is linked with a world future in which the term "good neighbor" has become a global consideration. We have learned that understanding of one another’s problems is the greatest assurance of peace. And that true understanding comes only as a product of free consultation. This conference is proof in itself of the new conception of neighborliness and unity which must be recognized in world affairs.” With there words, Earl Warren, then Governor of California and future Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, Earl Warren, welcomed the representatives of 50 delegation convening in San Francisco in April 1945. While the World War II was still raging, the leaders of the Allied nations reviewed  the Dumbarton Oaks agreement, building on its foundations to finalize the Charter of the United Nations. The Charter did not only establish the foundation for the new international organization but also set the tone for the post-war world order.

 

In the Historical Committee, delegates will represent the leaders of the relevant world countries. The working procedure of the Committee will be led by the Committee Directors. All delegates must write position papers and submit them to the MUNLaws Academic team. Position papers will be reviewed and scored by the Academic team and shall significantly contribute to the final scores of delegates, upon which Committee awards will be based. Instructions on how to write the position paper are published on this website. Failure to follow these instructions or to meet the deadline for the submission of the position papers will result in negative points for the position paper. All delegates shall present their opening statements on the discussed topic after setting the agenda. Once every delegate presents their opening statement, which must not exceed 2 minutes, a general speakers list will be established and the floor shall be open to points or motions, as described in the General Rules of Procedure. Delegates recognized from the general speaker's list shall have no more than one and a half minutes to address the Committee.

 

The main goal of the Committee is to adopt the fundamental treaty while responding to dynamic crisis scenarios introduced by the Committee Directors Issues that have not been discussed during formal debate may not be included in the document. Every delegate shall read the General Rules of Procedure before the start of the MUNLawS Conference for a further detailed description of the procedure.

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