Introduction In 1868, Japan began to change into a more modern state after the Meiji government won the Boshin War. The war left many problems unsolved, as fighting, foreign support, and new laws shaped the years that followed. At the same time, Japan faced strong pressure at home, including the...
Introduction During the 1960s, a wave of decolonization movements swept through Africa. However, Portugal, led by António de Oliveira Salazar, has refused to give up control of its colonial lands. He has argued that Angola, Mozambique, and Portuguese Guinea were not colonies, but overseas territories. This tension could potentially spark...
Introduction As of December 1962, the conflict in Katanga has been active for about two years. During this time, the United Nations Operation in the Congo (ONUC) Peacekeeping Forces have failed to bring peace to this region. Foreign intervention has also caused increasing instability within the Congolese state. At this...
Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections will take place on Thursday, February 12, 2026. These developments may be highly relevant to the issues explored by the committee, and delegates are encouraged to follow them closely. For NHSMUN, however, the simulation itself will begin on January 1, 2026, and discussions will proceed from...
Introduction Over the past few months, tensions in the Baltic Sea region have risen. Russia’s hybrid and direct warfare has become bolder. These actions include cyber attacks, GPS interference, and increased air and naval patrols near the Baltic states. While diplomatic talks remain open, they have had little success in...
Introduction Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is changing as a result of political, economic, and social shifts. Since August 2025, the country has faced political conflict linked to Milorad Dodik, the former President of Republika Srpska. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has also met to review BiH’s future in a...
Introduction In the second half of 2025, Taiwan faced changes at home and outside the country. At home, shifts within the Kuomintang (KMT) and the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) raised concern about the future of Taiwan’s politics. These two parties form the Pan-Blue Coalition. They act as the main opposition...
Introduction In the changing landscape of geopolitics, the events in the African Great Lakes region shift daily. Although there have been renewed peace efforts, the area remains unstable. There are vital updates on M23 violations and their land control. Additionally, the Doha Framework was signed, and the Washington Agreement and...
Introduction Recent events in the Yemen crisis stem from regional militaries, political groups, and diplomatic affairs. The ongoing civil war continues to play a role. This humanitarian emergency reveals how serious the current crisis is and its effects on the region. Conflict Escalations A series of major attacks in Yemen, retaliatory actions,...
Introduction The Tatmadaw, Myanmar’s military, has continued to exercise significant control over the country. This is occurring amidst reports of violence and restrictions on political activity. Opposition is mounting from citizens, ethnic armed groups (EAGs), and members of the National League for Democracy, the party that won the 2021 elections....