Topic: 2024-Supply Chain Stability
Country: Russian Federation
Delegate Name: Christian Boyce
Committee: Special Political Committee
Topic: Supply Chain Stability
Country: Russian Federation
Delegate: Christian Boyce
School: Forest Hills Northern High School
Supply chains have become an important part of geopolitical relations, especially with the development of a multipolar war. However, in recent years, tensions such as the COVID-19 pandemic, disputes over the South China Sea, and the Russian Federation’s 2022 special military operation have affected the stability of supply chains across the world. Additionally, natural phenomena such as waterway congestion, earthquakes, and storms threaten supply chain security. The issue is one of great urgence for the international community.
The Russian Federation has relied on supply chains with nations across the world for both the importation and exportation of resources. Recently, Western economic sanctions were placed on Russia caused by its special operation in 2022. In response, the Russian Federation has transitioned to trading with other nations. As a member of the BRICS, the Russian Federation has close economic and political ties with all members, and seeks to diversify trade partners and reduce reliance on Western nations.
The United Nations has created plans to increase supply chain stability. The 2024 Global Supply Chain Forum held in Barbados created principles and initiatives for nations to follow to increase the security of and improve global supply chains. These efforts were largely focused on the modernization of supply chains, involving moves toward more clean energy sources, digitization, and enhancing infrastructure to support developing nations
The Russian Federation is a firm supporter of international stability and sovereignty. As such, the country wishes to work with the United Nations to increase the stability, efficiency, facilitation, and modernization of supply chains, while respecting national sovereignty. Nations should allow their organizations to operate freely while supporting supply chains as they exist. Additionally, Russia supports all nations’ diversification of trade relations to maintain their economic security. The Federation encourages an approach that is respectful to all nations’ sovereignty and allows for trade to be conducted efficiently and effectively to create a more secure economic environment for all nations.
