Topic: Territorial Dispute in the South China Sea
Country: Brazil
Delegate Name: Marcus McKay
School: Forest Hills Northern High School
Topic page: background guide and all position papers All Brazil position papers GLIMUN 2015 committees
Brazil is not in favor of the territory in the South China Sea being used for the construction of military bases. Brazil has trade relations with China and would like to maintain good trade relations. Brazil would like to see these artificial islands be used for scientific research. However, Brazil would like said scientific research to be shared openly with the international community.
Additionally, Brazil would be open for other suggestions for potential uses of these artificial islands. It is not in Brazil's interest to push for sanctions at this time. Brazil believes that by doing so, aggressive actions would likely ensue. Brazil strongly encourages that a decision be made on the ownership of territory based on the use of the territory for an optimal solution.
Brazil takes consideration of Exclusive Economic Zones, as well as international law of the sea. Brazil does consider the construction of military bases within the disputed territory as a violation of international law. Brazil believes that the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea is comprehensive enough to use as a foundation for mediation between all the contesting nations, however there is room to amend or rework this document.
Brazil strongly recommends that distinct ownership of these artificial islands be established, as well as the intent of these islands be upheld for their respective purposes. Brazil would like to hear the opinions of, including, but not limited to: The United States, The People’s Republic of China, Taiwan, The Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, India, Australia, and Brunei.
