Topic: 2025 – Situation in Myanmar
Country: Iran
Delegate Name: Simon Beljak
A nation’s duty is to protect its citizens above all else; the best way to execute such a duty is by ensuring stability. It is by this line of reasoning that Iran supports the search for peace within Myanmar and, in turn, supports the stability and comfort of the people. Since 2021, the Tatmadaw’s junta has fought for stability in Myanmar. Previously, the Tatmadaw assisted in writing the 2008 constitution, which, among a plethora of rights and freedoms, enshrines the right to reside, defending and realizing the human connection to home. Now, amidst a brutal civil war, this right has been violated by all parties involved, with thousands being displaced. Therefore, it should be this committee’s goal to help the Tatmadaw pursue peace with the rebel groups that fight clashes against them.
Nevertheless, the Islamic Republic of Iran recognizes the profound complexity of the civil unrest within Myanmar’s borders and understands that neither side is of pure intent and just execution. The junta–which Iran has long supported–has continued to deny the Rohingya Muslims citizenship, thus creating a refugee crisis. Although this does not sway Iran’s support, something must be done to assist refugees in addition to stabilizing the country under the junta’s authority.
In order for this issue to become closer to being resolved, Iran believes there must be provisions in place for refugees fleeing their country. This may include providing additional provisions for aid from Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) like the International Committee of the Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, and the International Rescue Committee. Many NGOs are already active within Myanmar, but aid sites and supply lines connected to them have been targets of assaults from both sides. Additionally, Myanmar has been persistently struggling with natural disasters, resulting in aid being shared between causes.
One cannot provide meaningful aid without attempting to nip the source in the bud. In order to address the instability in the region, the Iranian delegation proposed that this committee issue a formal condemnation of the parties involved, thus allowing sanctions on these groups, preventing them from expanding their operations, and, in turn, harm to the people. This condemnation provides reasoning, recommendations, and steps for member nations to place sanctions, trade restrictions, and other actions that work to halt the conflict. Previous condemnations from this body (the UNGA) have been one-sided, only targeting the junta. With the formal condemnation, all sides will be targeted, for it takes two sides to make a conflict.
With these actions in place, it is the hope of the Islamic Republic that this violent civil war, which has pulled thousands from their hearths and homes, can finally find a peaceful conclusion that satisfies all and restores stability.
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