Topic: Measures to Prevent Terrorists from Acquiring Weapons of Mass Destruction
Country: Canada
Delegate Name: Cameron Bays
School: Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy
Topic page: background guide and all position papers All Canada position papers GLIMUN 2013 committees
Weapons of mass destruction, or WMDs, are still a major issue in today’s society. Problems still arise with the topic of WMDs, such as security. Poor safety precautions can lead to catastrophic disasters, which much be avoided by implementing strong guarding systems. Though not as prominent as they have been in the recent past, there is still a threat regarding these weapons, and security should be a priority when dealing with them. Stores of WMDs that still exist should be secured and then safely disposed of or destroyed. Canada will be eager to assist countries that need assistance in this if needed, for example, if a nation does not have the resources to carry out proper destruction of these weapons. Production of WMDs in Canada has ceased since 1984, and we believe that other countries should follow suit, as these devices are too dangerous to be utilized.
In addition to security of these weapons, border controls and trade restrictions are also a large concern. In order to prevent rebel groups from seizing government property, tighter regulations must be put in place in order to secure borders and trade. If trade and borders are compromised, a huge threat is posed to a country, and, thus, to its livelihood. This matter should be taken care of in the international community, as international borders and trade impact not just one country, but many, as trade occurs over various nations.
Canada’s cease of WMD production also means that many of the materials needed to create these weapons should also be regulated. If it is found that groups have obtained WMDs or WMD materials, intervening actions should be taken in order to prevent these devices from being constructed. If extremist groups acquire weapons of mass destruction, they will become more powerful than ever before, posing a greater threat than previously. In the best interests of the international community, groups that have obtained WMDs and/or WMD components should be relieved of those objects.
