Discussing the rise of religious fundamentalism with special reference to Islamic radicalisation.
“The plain truth is the day is coming when no single nation, however powerful,
can undertake by itself to keep the peace outside its own borders.” ~ Robert S McNamara
The Security Council is the most important organ of the UN by virtue of the fact
that it can pass binding resolutions on member states. The presence of the veto,
however, complicates this power and makes passing any decision of value
difficult. Terrorism has gone from a persistent yet marginal security concern to
one of the most pressing problems of today. Though many terror attacks are
foiled, some groups wage lengthy and bloody campaigns, and massacre
thousands with scant respect for human life. The fate of the world hangs on the
decisions made by the delegates. In the face of the impending crisis, we have set
the stage for YOU to save the world from the abyss of darkness it writhes in.
The cost of inaction is too hefty a cost to be borne by humanity.
The price of action brings to reality what might be morally permissible, under the
circumstances. This will reflect on the virtues and vices of the global community.
But then, delegates, are YOU ready to show the world what results your actions
truly bring about? Are you truly that different from your foes?
This is a Crisis Committee
January 5th, 2000. This committee will follow an accelerated timeline