Topic: 2026 – Implementation of Sanctions
Country: Sudan
Delegate Name: Molly Brunt
Globally, humanitarian aid crises have expanded exponentially, developing over a vast array of topics. Within Sudan, issues arise especially around the crisis in Darfur and its extension into the present day. Parties committing violence and genocide within this civil confict continue to benefit from a lightly restricted flow of weapons and military support, their institutions benefitting from unfit sanctions. THere is little pressure on the leaders and armed groups responsible for sustaining the conflict to comply with international law, especially including humanitarian and human rights norms. This often has serious implications for how sanctions are implemented and provided, as well as for the policy surrounding them. To combat this issue, the United Nations must adapt its policies to the current state of the world. While other committees focus on preventing crises, the Special Committee on the United Nations Charter must work to combat the effects of such issues after they arise and begin to affect their victims. With that, Sudan recommends a multiple-pronged solution. The first of such is the creation of a universal Ombudsperson mechanism, expanding upon the previous outdated model. This new model must be applicable to all sanctions regimes, assuring a just system of implementation for all beneficiaries. This will improve due process and reduce wrongful listings for those receiving help along with enhancing the legitimacy of the programs utilized. This first solution is highly compatible with the United Nations charter, as it only takes on an advisory role and does not amend Article 41. By strengthening the panel of experts by creating a standing reserve, appointment timelines will be improved. Implementing this alongside a greater cooperation with ICAO, IMO, and WCO, communication struggles will halt as political inference decreases and enforcement outcome and investigation speed increase. Next, by standardizing delisting criteria and improving sanction designs, this committee can solve the great issue of disorganization amongst sanctions and the policies surrounding them. When transparency and compliance are crucial, recommending General Assembly guidelines for clearer benchmarks for reliefs of sanctions and periodic review requirements is necessary. The issue at hand can also be subdued by enhancing reporting and transparency within programs. In order to assure productivity and efficiency of sanctions, Sudan proposes annual public reports on the effectiveness of each sanction’s regime and compliance by Member States. This will also encourage regional organizations’ involvement and participation in programs that benefit from their contributions.
