November 5-7, 2009

Six Party TalksPresident Jane Woo KoreaInternationalSchool

Assistant President Michael Yang IndianheadInternationalSchool

Deputy Assistant President Christine Pak YongsanInternationalSchoolofSeoul

Six Party Talks: moving toward peace and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula

IntroductionThe Six Party Talks is composed of six countries: the Democratic Peo-ple’s Republic of Korea, Japan, People’s Republic of China, Russian Fed-eration, Republic of Korea and United States of America. The topics of the committee are based on issues related to the DPRK.

Features of the Six Party TalksKnow your country’s stance thoroughly. -Be knowledgeable of the issues concerning North Korea such as its -nuclear power plant suspension, issues related to Japanese abduction, the proposed reunification of South and North Korea and North Korean refugees.Unlike regular Model United Nations committees, the Six Party Talks -does not demand parliamentary language. However, formal language is recommended.There are 3 delegates that represent one nation; those delegates must -work together as a representative of a nation.There will be about 3 to 5 sessions during each day, and each session -will have different topics. However, a topic that has already been dis-cussed may be discussed on another day.

Each discussion session will be composed of one delegate of each -nation.While one delegate is in session, the other two delegates of the -same country are required to prepare for the next session and are permitted to talk to other delegates from different nations. During these discussions, delegates should be thinking of action paper ideas.The chairs will choose the topics to discuss each session and will -let the delegates know at the beginning of each day.

Rules of ProcedureIntroductory Speeches

Each delegate of representing nations is required to prepare a 30 sec- -ond to 1 minute opening speech of their country’s stance on the topic given before the session starts.

Informal Discussion SessionThere is no particular order of speaking; any delegate is free to start the -discussion.There will be two chairs in each discussion session. -Delegates are not allowed to interrupt each other. If the speaking del- -egate is talking for too long, the chair will intervene instead.Delegates are privileged to refer to any particular speech or remarks -

made that have been throughout the particular session. Each session will be a minimum of 45 minutes, and depending on the -topic and the chairs’ discretion, adjournment may be postponed. If the chair deems that discussion has lulled or has become inefficient, -the chair will call for adjournment.

Preparation SessionDelegates are required to work together to research and write action -papers.Delegates may leave the room if they get the permission of any of the -three chairs.There will be 30 minutes to an hour of time for preparation between -each informal discussion session.At the beginning of each day, there will be an hour long preparation -session before discussions starts.At least one chair will be present at each hiatus and preparation ses- -sion for any delegates to ask questions or make suggestions.

Debate on Action PapersBefore debate on an action paper starts, there will be a short - buffer period during which simple mistakes, such as typos, of the action paper can be questioned or clarified.Since there are no main submitters for action papers, the main author -of the clause will give a speech not exceeding 2 minutes.During the 5 to 10 minute crossfire session, delegates will ask ques- -tions directly pertaining to the clause presented.

If a delegate wants to speak, he or she will stand up and wait for -recognition by the chair.Delegates may not interrupt the speaker. -

Afterward there will be a 10 to 20 minute open debate on the clause; -delegates may speak for or against the clause. Open debate may be cut short if the chair deems it appropriate or necessary.At the end of open debate the delegates will vote on the clause. -Note: The format of debate is subject to partial or complete changes ac- -cording to the suggestions and opinions of the delegates and chairs. Six Party Talks is a very flexible committee and the rules change every year.

MotionsThe 1. motion to extend debate time applies to discussion sessions and de-bates on action papers.The2. motion to extend crossfire applies only during debates on action pa-pers.All motions need unanimous support, and chairs will have the final call 3. on the motion.

Action PapersWhat is an action paper?

In the same format as resolution papers written in Security Council, -action papers are composed of clauses that take actions. Action papers cannot be filled with vague, repetitive or sedentary suggestions.These actions, written as operative clauses, can be about any matter -that regards the issues debated on day one and two. The committee has a choice of how to organize the action papers: -

Have one or two large action papers that pertain to “The issue of -DPRK” that cover a broad range of topics.Have two or three action papers, each oriented around a specific -issue such as “The issue of Japanese refugees.”

Action papers contain operative clauses and sub-clauses; sub-sub -clauses are allowed but not recommended. An operative clause in an action paper should not become so detailed that it limits the flexibility of the action proposed.Look at the back of the committee guide for an example of the - format of an action paper, not the contents; the example is a Security Council resolution with no preambulatory clauses.

FormatSame order as resolution papers, concerning the punctuation marks -and order of clauses.No preambulatory clauses. -No main submitter or co-submitters, but there are “main submitters” -for individual clauses.

RegulationsAt least two countries need to work together on one action paper. -There will be a minimum of one and maximum of three action papers -discussed on the third day.Action papers should be written so that as many countries as possible -can participate in the debate. Marginalizing a country in an action pa-per renders the representatives of that country unable to participate in the debate, and the point of the Six Party Talks is for inclusive debate and discussion.If delegates deviate from the clause that is debated, the chair will re- -mind the delegates to go back on topic.Delegates are permitted to agree on other action papers if their stance -is pertinent.

Amendments to Action PapersDelegates need to write amendments to the chair. -There will be no amendments to clauses that already have been struck -out.Amendments to an amendment are allowed. -

If the amendment to an amendment passes, the entire amend- -ment passes.If the amendment to an amendment fails, the committee resumes -debate on the original amendment.

There is no against or for speech for amendments, just the initial -speech given by the submitter of the amendment and then a vote.

Rules of ProcedureUnlike resolution papers, following the format of Security Council reso- -lution papers, Six Party Talks action papers will be debated clause by clause. Chairs will read out the whole action paper. -The rest will be the same as the discussion sessions. -

ConclusionAt the end of the debate, delegates will be required to come up with the -final copy of the action papers, which should be composed of only the officially passed clauses.The final action papers must be handed in to the chairs on USB at the -end of the conference.

MiscellaneousDelegates are allowed to use laptops during all sessions; however, the -laptops cannot be used for games, homework or other personal activi-ties. Delegates may communicate through laptops only to share re-search materials.Chairs have the power to suspend note-passing and usage of laptops if -it gets too noisy in the house or if chair feels that the delegates are not paying attention to the actual debate.Delegates may not pass notes or use laptops during speeches given by -guest speakers.Although Six Party Talks is an informal committee, delegates must re- -member to remain respectful toward other delegates and the chairs.Delegates are expected to make full use of the time given and need to -stay on task unless it is break time. Delegates may be assigned homework, such as writing or revising a -given amount of clauses, if they fail to complete such tasks during the time given at SEOMUN. This homework should be complete and on time.Each country must have at least one person in the group with a laptop -and USB.The Six Party Talks is a relatively flexible committee. If a delegate has -any suggestions that will facilitate a smoother debate (i.e. changing debate format, re-wording or refocusing issue, etc.), then he or she is welcome to bring that suggestion to the chairs.

Agenda*Day 1November 5 Preparation session for discussions -

Discussion sessions on the given topics from the -chairs and hiatusHold 2 to 5 discussion sessions, depending on -the length of each topicChair intervention is minimal and the delegates -are allowed to freely converse with one another about any and all aspects on the given issue. The main purpose of these discussions is to come up with some sort of solution or action to put in the action paper later on.

Day 2November 6 Preparation session for discussions -

Discussion sessions on the given topics from the -chairs and hiatusHold 2 to 5 discussion sessions, depending on -the length of each topicStart writing the clauses for Action Papers de- -pending on each country’s stance and the back-ground information from the discussion sessions of day one and the day two.

Day 3November 7 Preparation session for actions papers -

Discussion sessions and debate on the action -papersThese discussions are much more formal and -structured than the discussions held in the previous two days. Formal language is recom-mended.

*The agenda is subject to change

Sample Action PaperForum: Security CouncilQuestion of: DPRK

Decides1. that all States shall continue to comply with resolution 1718;

Demands2. without alternative, that the DPRK resign and ratify the Nucle-ar Nonproliferation Treaty, within the next 60 days;

Decides3. upon the speedy re-installment of the six-party talks for the following sessions, upon which agreed objectives will include, but not necessarily limited to or mandating conclusion in one session:

respecting of the investigation of the DPRK’s ships as decided by a. the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) on international waters, compromise upon the embargo and necessity of removing harm-b. ful elements in the hex-directional negotiation upon nuclear pro-liferation, the DPRK’s request to discuss the consequences of the remili-c. tarization of Japan and its facilitation, the United States’ request to discuss the Open Society Agreement, d. Russia’s wish to discuss asymmetry in parallelization of military e. forces in the peninsula, and consequently, China’s request to discuss peninsular dangers in Korea of poten-f. tial threat of civilians in the territory of the Republic of Korea, the request from the Special Rapporteur of the Commission on g. Human Rights to discuss nourishment and treatment of the DPRK’s civilians, especially in light of the misuse of the provided nuclear reactors;

Asks 4. the North Korean government to adhere to the following: Allowing IAEA personnel into the country to perform the follow-a. ing:

Observe the dismantling of nuclear facilities as agreed upon ii. in the Six-Party Talks, iObserve the disarmament of North Korea’s nuclear program iii. as agreed upon in the Six Party Talks, Monitor the nuclear facilities, conduct inspections of sus-iv. pected sites and be allowed to freely perform their duties in suspected facilities,

Having the DPRK leave all state facilities transparent for the IAEA b. to inspect thus granting complete access to nuclear-related docu-ments and facilities, as deemed appropriate by the IAEA, hence ensuring compliance with the NPT, Transparently dismantling all nuclear warheads and any other c. nuclear devices with the presence of IAEA personnel in an irre-

trievable manner, Returning into negotiations and talks with Japan in order to nor-d. malize the DPRK-Japan relations in order to bring future benefits to both countries, Sending inspectors if the government feels necessary for assur-e. ance, to inspect the demilitarized zone for elimination of previous speculations on missiles or nuclear devices present in the demili-tarized zone from the United States of America ready for combat;

Calls5. upon the United States, China, Russia, and Japan, in return to North Korea to provide the following as agreed upon in the Six-Party Talks:

Provide emergency energy assistance to the Democratic People’s a. Republic of Korea in the initial phase of 50,000 tons of heavy fuel oil to commence within 60 days of when the process of shutting down the Yongbyon reactor begins, Provide an additional 50,000 tons of heavy fuel oil in emergency b. assistance once the transparent disarmament of nuclear devices begins, Provide 900,000 tons of emergency energy assistance to the Demo-c. cratic People’s Republic of Korea once the Korean Peninsula is declared nuclear free by the IAEA, Provide 700,000 tons of food in emergency assistance to the Dem-d. ocratic People’s Republic of Korea once the Korean Peninsula is nuclear free, Provide 550,000 tons of humanitarian aid in emergency assistance e. to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea;

Asks6. that the sanctions placed on Del Banco Asia be lifted under the following conditions:

Del Banco Asia is completely transparent in its dealings, a. Del Banco Asia repudiates all accounts that have or have had and b. association with counterfeited currency of any kind, Ensure that the measures are carried out to their fullest condi-c. tions upon satisfying the conditions discussed in the six-party talks;

Calls upon the Ballistics Investigational Committee (BIC) of the Inter-7. national Atomic Energy Association (IAEA) faithfully execute the sweep procedures as outlined in the IAEA AIM in the set date from the resolu-tion’s execution, with the added conditions of:

set repercussions in the event that DPRK does not comply to the a. demands made, even under modifications of the nonnegotiable conditions set out in resolution 1718, to be decided by the Security Council Committee if such an event occurs, further requesting the availability of the UN Peacekeeping troops b.

as designated in resolution 1695 in the event that a military crisis does occur;

Further urges the IAEA to compile monthly or whenever felt necessary 8. by the SC reports for the SC of the DPRK’s nuclear status, with the SC then reviewing the DPRK’s status every two months, taking into ac-count the progress of subsequent six-party talks;

Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.9.

IssuesDetermining consequences for noncompliance with international pro-1. tocolEnsuring the humane treatment of North Korean refugees2. Alleviating North Korea’s food shortages and assisting economic devel-3. opmentPromoting consensus on International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 4. inspections in North KoreaEmergency issue: Preventing and determining consequences for North 5. Korea’s cyber attacks on intelligence

Authored byJane WooPresident of the SEOMUN XII Six Party Talks

Based on work byVivian LeeAssistant President of the SEOMUN XI Six Party Talks

Edited and compiled by Stephanie CharSecretary-General of SEOMUN XIISeungho YangDeputy Secretary-General of SEOMUN XII