In 2025, as the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, the Canal City Model United Nations Conference (CCMUN 2025) convenes under the theme "Bridging the World." With special support from the Consulate General of China in New York and academic guidance from United Network Europe (UNE), in partnership with the Wuxi Municipal Education Bureau and Wuxi Foreign Affairs Office, this gathering will bring together over 500 young delegates from across the globe to address pressing international issues.
Wuxi Session Details
Conference Dates:
July 24-27, 2025
Venue:
Xizhou Garden Hotel
Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China
Committee Listings
| No. | Committee | Language |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Telecommunication Union (ITU) | Chinese |
| 2 | World Health Organization (WHO) | Chinese |
| 3 | Social, Humanitarian & Cultural Committee (SOCHUM) | English |
| 4 | UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) | English |
| 5 | International Maritime Organization (IMO) | English |
| 6 | UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) | English |
| 7 | UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) | English |
| 8 | UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) | English |
Secretary-General & Academic Director
CCMUN Wuxi Session
WANG Bo
M.A. in English Language & Literature
Donghua University
Current Positions:
Research Assistant, International Think Tank for Landlocked Developing Countries
Advisor, CCMUN Secretariat
MUN Leadership Experience:
Secretary-General, Canal City Model UN Conference (Multiple Editions)
Secretary-General, 13th Donghua University MUN Conference
Executive Board Member, Donghua University MUN Association
Delegate, European International Model UN Conference
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Committee
Committee Introduction:
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), established in 1865 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is the United Nations' specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs) and one of the world's oldest international organizations. As the global governance platform for ICTs, ITU's core mandates include:
Standardization:
Developing international technical standards (5G, digital broadcasting, etc.)
Coordinating radio spectrum and satellite orbit allocation
Development:
Promoting global connectivity through initiatives like "Connect 2030"
Providing technical assistance to developing nations
Governance:
Facilitating multi-stakeholder cooperation among:
193 member states
700+ private sector and academic entities
Addressing emerging challenges in:
Cybersecurity
AI governance
Internet of Things (IoT)
Topic Introduction:
Global AI Governance: Bridging the Digital Divide Through Technology Sharing
Key Discussion Areas:
Establishing multilateral frameworks for AI technology transfer
Addressing disparities in AI adoption between developed and developing nations
Exploring open-source solutions (e.g., DeepSeek models) as democratization tools
Developing AI as a global public good
Historical Context:
From proprietary systems to collaborative ecosystems
The role of emerging economies in tech innovation
Balancing innovation with equitable access
Faculty Team
Academic Director: WANG Yutong
Tianjin University of Finance and Economics (HR Management)
Director (DH), 2024 CCMUN
MUN Advisor, Wuxi Xinwu Experimental HS (2023-2024)
Academic Director, Xinhua High School MUN (2020-2022)
Chair: YOU Yiyun
National University of Defense Technology (M.S. Aerospace Engineering)
Advisor, CCMUN Secretariat
Best Delegate, 2022 Geneva International MUN
Secretary-General, NPU MUN Conference XXI
Chair: CHOI Yumin (South Korea)
Peking University (New Media Studies)
Outstanding Chair, 2024 Nanchang "Tengwang Cup" MUN
Cultural Ambassador, ROK Embassy in China
World Health Organization (WHO) Committee
Committee Introduction:
The World Health Organization (WHO), established in 1948 as a specialized UN agency, coordinates global health initiatives to achieve "the highest attainable standard of health for all people." With 194 member states, WHO leads international efforts to:
• Expand universal health coverage
• Coordinate responses to health emergencies
• Implement evidence-based health policies
• Protect vulnerable populations
• Address health challenges across the human lifespan
Topic Introduction:
Rare Diseases: Achieving Health Equity Through Global Cooperation
Key Facts:
7,000+ identified rare diseases (prevalence <1/2,000)
Affects ~300 million people worldwide
70% of patients experience diagnostic delays
Treatment costs 3-5× higher than common diseases
Current Challenges:
✓ Diagnostic disparities (80% of LMICs lack testing capacity)
✓ Treatment accessibility (95% of rare diseases lack approved therapies)
✓ Patient support systems
WHO Initiatives:
Global Rare Diseases Research Collaborative (2021)
UN Resolution on Rare Diseases (A/76/450)
South-South technology transfer programs
Discussion Focus:
Strengthening diagnostic networks (e.g., Orphanet)
Financing mechanisms for orphan drug development
Cross-border clinical trial cooperation
Patient registry standardization
Faculty Team
Academic Director: HUANG Kunyu
Zhejiang University (Dual Degree: Spanish/Finance)
• Outstanding Delegate, UNEP (Yugu MUN Winter 2024)
• Distinguished Delegate, WTO Ministerial (SJTU MUN 2024)
• UNEA Committee Chair (ZISU MUN 2024)
Chair: WANG Haojie
China Jiliang University (Law)
• Outstanding Chair, 3rd CCMUN (2023)
• Soviet Politburo Simulation Expert (Munich Conference)
• Academic Supervisor, Zhoushan MUN Summit (2022)
Chair: YANG Yuhang
University of International Relations
• Crisis Committee Specialist (Kosovo 1999)
• EU Council Chair, BLCUMUN 2025
• UNESCO Dais Member (CCMUN 2024)
The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM)
The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM), also known as the Third Committee, is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations General Assembly, established in 1945. Its primary mission is to discuss and address issues related to human rights, humanitarian affairs, and social matters. Chaired by Mr. José A. Blanco of the Dominican Republic, SOCHUM includes all 193 UN member states, permanent observers, and non-member states. Working closely with UN bodies and NGOs, it focuses on topics such as the promotion of human rights, the advancement of women, protection of indigenous peoples, and the rights of persons with disabilities. In its seventy-seventh session, SOCHUM continues to advocate for fundamental freedoms and tackle challenges such as human trafficking and social inequalities.
Around 15% of the world’s population lives with long-term physical, mental, sensory, or intellectual impairments, making disability inclusion (DI) essential for achieving equality and sustainability. Barriers—physical, informational, and psychological—often prevent full societal participation. To create a barrier-free society, both urban and digital infrastructures must adhere to Universal Design (UD) principles. Investments in accessible services, transport systems, and assistive technologies foster not only inclusion but also economic growth. The United Nations has promoted DI through efforts like the 2018 Disability Inclusion Strategy. Building inclusive cities and digital environments ensures the protection of rights, enhances social participation, and supports the aspirations of people with disabilities worldwide.
Faculty Introduction
Academic Supervision
This committee's academic direction is provided by our conference partner United Network Europe (UNE), featuring specially appointed faculty from the Global Citizen Model UN (GCMUN) Secretariat, including an Italian-accented chairperson.
Chair: LI Sibo
Zhejiang University (Spanish Language & Literature)
• Executive Board Member:
2024 Nanchang "Tengwang Pavilion Cup" International MUN
14th Pan-Yangtze Delta High School MUN Conference
• Conference Leadership:Secretary-General, 16th Pan-Yangtze Delta MUN
Secretary-General, 2nd ZJU International Students MUN
• Distinguished Participant:Delegate, 2024 Nanjing University MUN
Faculty Advisor, 2nd Yunmeng MUN
Delegate, 1st Yunnan Provincial MUN
Chair: GU Siqi
China University of Political Science and Law (LL.M. International Legal Practice)
• Professional Development:
Member, New Youth Global Competency Program
Participant, MOE High-Level International Talent Program
• MUN Achievements:Best Press Delegation, 13th XISU MUN
Outstanding Delegate, 18th CNMUN
Distinguished Delegate, 6th Northwest University MUN
• Leadership Roles:PR Director, 14th XISU MUN
GA2 Dais Member, 3rd/4th CCMUN
UNGA3 Committee Staff, 15th Pan-Yangtze Delta MUN
The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)
The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body dedicated to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment. Established in 1946, it works to shape global standards and policies by reviewing progress, identifying challenges, and setting actionable recommendations.
Key roles:
Policy Guidance: Monitors the implementation of agreements like the Beijing Declaration.
Annual Meetings: Governments and NGOs gather to discuss priority themes (e.g., women’s economic rights, ending violence).
Advocacy: Amplifies marginalized voices and promotes gender-inclusive policies.
CSW plays a pivotal role in advancing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality).
This topic highlights a critical issue in gender equality: systemic disparities in healthcare and sanitation that disproportionately harm women and girls.
Women and girls face unique barriers to healthcare (e.g., maternal care, sexual/reproductive health) and sanitation (e.g., menstrual hygiene, safe toilets). Cultural taboos, poverty, and infrastructure gaps often limit access to resources like clean water, sanitary products, or contraception. Some countries are even indifferent to women's health and sanitation, which is not acceptable today when the international community constantly emphasizes equality. Women’s empowerment refers to the process of enabling women to claim their rights, access opportunities, and achieve equal participation in social, economic, and political life. It challenges systemic gender discrimination and transforms power structures to ensure women can make autonomous decisions about their bodies, livelihoods, and futures. Women's empowerment is an important way to solve this systemic problem.
Faculty Introduction
Academic Supervision
This committee's academic direction is overseen by our conference partner United Network Europe (UNE), featuring specially appointed faculty from the Global Citizen Model UN (GCMUN) Secretariat, including an Italian-accented chairperson.
Chair: ZHANG Zining
MA in International Relations, University of York
Academic Director, Jiangsu Normal University Model UN Program
Veteran Faculty Member & Chair, Canal City Model UN Conference
University Lecturer in International Relations
Deputy Chair: FANG Haiya
Dual Major in Economics & Mathematics, University of Illinois at Chicago
Dais Member, 2024 Canal City Model UN Conference
Best Delegate, 2023 Canal City Model UN Conference
The International Maritime Organization(IMO)
The International Maritime Organization(IMO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for regulating global shipping. Established in 1948 and operational since 1958, it focuses on improving maritime safety, security, and environmental protection. Headquartered in London, the IMO develops international standards like the SOLAS(Safety of Life at Sea) and MARPOL(Marine Pollution Prevention)conventions. It ensures ships operate responsibly, reduces pollution risks, and promotes sustainable maritime practices, playing a crucial role in global trade and ocean sustainability.
This topic focuses on addressing climate-induced displacement, particularly in vulnerable coastal communities. Many coastal areas worldwide are threatened by climate factors like rising sea levels and extreme weather, forcing residents to leave their homes. Maritime strategies are crucial to tackle this. They aim to strengthen coastal protection, boost community adaptability, and ensure rational coastal planning. These measures can reduce the impact of climate disasters on coastal communities, safeguard residents' lives and property, and prevent large-scale climate-driven migration. Moreover, the international community needs to enhance cooperation and provide technical and financial support to help these communities better cope with climate change challenges, promoting sustainable coastal development and social stability.
Study Group Introduction
Academic Guidance: The academic guidance for this committee is provided by the event's guiding organization, the Union of Europe (UNE). Additionally, members of the Global Citizens Model United Nations (GCMUN) ，all of Italian nationality, have been specially dispatched to support the event.
Chairpersons
Lan Qianli
Major in Diplomacy, Sichuan International Studies University
Zhu Yuanxuan
Archbishop John Carroll High School
Trainee Chairperson
Su Chenyang
Beijing New Oriental Yangzhou Foreign Language School
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.
Currently, over half of the population lives in cities. The imbalance between industrialization and urbanization has led to issues such as increased wealth disparity, community isolation, and cultural conflicts, seriously hindering global harmonious development. This topic focuses on breaking down community barriers through reasonable urban design, planning inclusive public spaces, improving transportation and infrastructure, and integrating diverse cultures to promote interaction and integration among residents of different social strata and cultural backgrounds. The goal is to formulate actionable urban design strategies to reduce urban development inequality, enhance community resilience and residents’ sense of belonging, and achieve harmonious and sustainable development of global cities.
Delegation Introduction
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The academic guidance of this committee is provided by the organizing party of the conference— the European Union Organization (UNE), with specially dispatched presidium members from the Global Citizen Model United Nations Conference (GCMUN) of Italian nationality.
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Chairperson: Song Weijun
Northwestern Polytechnical University
Current Vice Chairman of the MUN Innovation Practice Base of Northwestern Polytechnical University
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Trainee Chairperson: Cheng Ziqi
Zhengzhou Foreign Language School
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Trainee Chairperson: Hu Tongjia
American University, Major in International Relations and Affairs
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), established in 1997, is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism. Headquartered in Vienna, Austria, the UNODC was created through the merger of the United Nations International Drug Control Programme (UNDCP) and the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Division. The Office operates under the UNODC Strategy 2021–2025, promoting global peace, security, sustainable development, and human rights. UNODC supports Member States in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and serves as the guardian of international legal instruments. Its three pillars of work include research and analytical work, normative support for treaty ratification and domestic legislation, and field-based technical cooperation and capacity building
Transnational organized crime has long threatened global security, economic stability, and human rights. In the digital era, criminal organizations have adapted rapidly, leveraging encrypted communication, the dark net, and virtual financial products like cryptocurrencies to operate across borders more anonymously and efficiently. Technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain now enable crimes ranging from drug and arms trafficking to cyber fraud and money laundering on an unprecedented scale. Traditional law enforcement frameworks often struggle to keep pace, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated international action. While some progress has been made, no single nation can tackle cyber-enabled transnational organized crime alone. Strengthening global legal standards, expanding intelligence-sharing, and adopting new technologies in policing efforts are critical. Delegates will now be called upon to confront these emerging challenges, crafting concrete, cooperative strategies that balance security, innovation, and civil liberties in an increasingly digital world.
Delegation Introduction
Academic Advisor: Hu Qican
Major in International Relations, University of California, Irvine
2025 Administrative Staff of University of California Irvine Model United Nations Conference
2024 UNSC Chair of École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne Model United Nations Conference
2024 UNSC Dais Head of Shenzhen International Model United Nations Conference
2024 ECOSOC Dais Head of the 15th Huazhong University of Science and Technology Model United Nations Conference
2024 Outstanding Delegate of UNSC Delegate at the 13th Zhongnan University of Economics and Law Model United Nations Conference
Chair: Jin Yefang
Major in English, Northwestern Polytechnical University
2024 UNHCR DM of Canal Cities Model United Nations Conference (Wuxi Session)
2024 SOCHUM DM of Canal Cities Model United Nations Conference (Yangzhou Session)
2024 ACHA DM of the 24th Northwestern Polytechnical University Model United Nations Conference
2024 UNESCO DM of Shaanxi Provincial Middle School Model United Nations Conference
2023 MPC AP of the 13th "Aviation Industry AVIC" Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics Model United Nations Conference
Chair: Wang Zejia
Major in Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University
Current Member of the Presidium of the Model United Nations Innovation Practice Base at Northwestern Polytechnical University
2024 Outstanding Dais Member of the 24th Northwestern Polytechnical University Model United Nations Conference
2024 Liaison Officer of the Secretariat of the 10th Northwest China Model United Nations Conference
2024 Chief Planner of Social Evening of the Secretariat of the 24th Northwestern Polytechnical University Model United Nations Conference
2023 Distinguished Delegate at the 23rd Northwestern Polytechnical University Model United Nations Conference
2024 Outstanding Delegate at the 4th "Bayi Cup" Military Academy Model United Nations Conference (Xi'an Session)
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is a UN agency created to help and protect refugees. It was set up by the United Nations General Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1950. Originally, UNHCR was meant to solve the refugee crisis after World War II and was planned to operate for only a few years. However, because conflicts, political instability, natural disasters, and other humanitarian problems have continued, UNHCR still works today. Over time, its role has grown. Besides giving emergency aid, UNHCR now focuses on long-term support, creating refugee policies, and standing up for refugee rights. It has become an important organization in global affairs, with a much wider set of responsibilities.
Migration has become a primary global concern in an increasingly connected world. As globalization brings countries closer together, the number of people moving across borders has skyrocketed. At the same time, anti-immigrant feelings have become more common in many societies. Such attitudes damage social unity within countries and make it harder for different cultures to live and work together peacefully. According to recent reports, there were about 281 million international migrants in 2024, around 3.6% of the world population. Conflict, political unrest, economic problems, and environmental disasters make migration even more complicated today. These forces often cause refugees—people fleeing danger and persecution—to move alongside other types of migrants. In this situation, protecting refugees and guaranteeing their rights has become harder. During the conference, this committee
will discuss how governments and international organizations can defend refugee rights and dignity while managing the broader challenges of global migration.
Delegation Introduction
Academic Advisor: Zhu Shengkai
Major in International Development, King's College London
Deputy Secretary-General of ThamesMUN
UNDP Chair at ULMUN (University of London Model United Nations)
UNHCR DH & DM at CCMUN (Canal Cities Model United Nations) 2024
Student Representative of DID, King's College London
Best Delegate & Best Delegation at CCMUN 2022 & 2023
Chair: Dai Xiangyang
Huili School, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou
Intern Chair of UNHCR Committee at Canal Cities Model United Nations 2024
Outstanding Delegate at Canal Cities Model United Nations 2023
Participant at PYDMUN (Pan-Yangtze River Delta Model United Nations) 2022
Gold Award Winner at "Zhejiang TV English Talent Competition" Provincial Finals 2021
Intern Chair: Wang Yuqi
United World College Red Cross Nordic
Delegate of Botswana at UWCRCN MUN 2024
Participant at CCMUN (Canal Cities Model United Nations) 2022
