Emirates International Model United Nations is held in Dubai for the 5th time

International Oriental Academy in cooperation with Moscow State University of International Relations (MGIMO) and Moscow International Model United Nations Secretariat announces the opening ceremony of EMIMUN 2014 conference to be held on the 2nd of December 2014 in Dubai Knowledge Village Conference Center.

Event: Opening ceremony of Emirates International Model United Nations 2014
Date: February 2, 2014
Place: Conference Center (Block1) Dubai, Dubai Knowledge Village, Dubai, UAE.
Press Registration: 09:00
Ceremony: 10:00

Model United Nations, or MUN, is simulations of United Nations proceedings training delegates in international negotiations whilst developing their communication skills, knowledge in international relations and diplomatic reasoning. Students play the roles of Ambassadors or Foreign Affairs Ministers when participating in simulations of different United Nations bodies and committees. Active participation in the debate seeking solutions requires extensive research on countries' foreign affairs and ongoing international issues. The main goal of each committee is to adopt a resolution corresponding to the interests of the represented states.

EMIMUN is the first large-scale international youth summit held in the Gulf region on the annual basis. In 2014 the conference celebrates its 5th anniversary. The previous four have proved to be an overwhelming success because of EMIMUN's unique format and scope attracting the attention of the international student community and being covered extensively by both locally and internationally.

Student delegations from more than 35 countries such as Russia, the USA, Canada, the UK, Germany, Egypt, Kenya, Indonesia and others are visiting Dubai this year making a total of 160 students. During this MUN conference 5 committees will be simulated: Security Council, Human Rights Council, Disarmament and International Security Committee, United Nations Development Program Executive Board and Arab League covering the most current social and economic issues.

EMIMUN is made possible through the cooperation of the International Oriental Academy with students of the Moscow State University of International Relations (MGIMO) and the support of Russian Academic Foundation. The partnerships of such kind create a global network, which connects educational institutions with tomorrow's leaders in the Gulf region and beyond, and enhances international understanding among active youth all over the world.

Russian businessman and public figure, director of the Foundation for Support and Development of Higher Education “Russian Academic Foundation” Roman Putin is to speak at the Opening Ceremony.

About Russian Academic Foundation (RAF)

The Foundation for Support and Development of Higher Education “Russian Academic Foundation” promotes and supports Russian academic traditions in Russia and abroad. Launched in 2013 RAF actively cooperates with governmental and private institutions to develop educational initiatives and take part in international student events.

International Oriental Academy (IOA)

International Oriental Academy has been offering the academic programs of Saint Petersburg State Economic University in Dubai since 2008. IOA provides the residents of Dubai with access to a high-quality Russian education as well as various language and business courses.

Schedule and Media Access

The EMIMUN Secretary General and Secretariat members, conference speakers, participants and sponsor representatives will be available for interviews after the opening and closing ceremonies or on request during the conference.

Journalists will also have the opportunity to attend all of the EMIMUN 2014 sessions as per the Provisional Schedule below.