Convention Against Corruption

HIAMUN has always been a place where people of different perspectives come together, and this year’s theme, Resonance, reflects that. It's not just about speaking, it's about making ideas stick. In every debate and resolution, what matters is whether or not something meaningful comes out of it. If your ideas resonate, they last. This conference is your chance to make that happen, both inside and outside committee rooms. 

The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) is the only legally-binding convention dedicated to tackling something real and very global: corruption. Whether it’s through bribery, abuse of power, or legal loopholes, corruption has a way of showing up in almost every system; UNCAC is where we talk about how to fight that. It’s not only about creating rules, it’s about questioning the systems that allow this to happen in the first place. What makes UNCAC interesting is that it forces us to think about how money, power, and justice all connect, and what can be done when they don’t. 

My esteemed Chair, Abdallah Beddah, and I have chosen three timely and complex topics that we believe will challenge you to think beyond surface-level reform. The first topic explores the role of investment migration in enabling corruption, specifically how golden visas and citizenship-by-investment schemes are exploited for illicit gain. Our second topic  focuses on crypto laundering, where the fast-moving world of digital currencies has opened the door to new forms of financial crime. Finally, we’ll be addressing diplomatic immunity in personal crimes, and questioning how far immunity should go when serious offenses are committed by diplomats across the world. Each topic invites delegates to evaluate the gap between privilege and accountability.

Abdallah and I are truly honored to chair UNCAC this year and are excited to see the energy, intellect, and leadership you’ll bring. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced delegate, your voice matters. Debate boldly, think critically, and don’t be afraid to ask the difficult questions, because that’s where the real impact begins. 

Malak El Badawy, President of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption

Topics

1. Establishing a Framework to Combat Crypto Laundering

2. Questioning Diplomatic Immunity in Personal Crimes and Their Impact on Accountability in Host Countries

3. Addressing the Role of Investment Migration in Facilitating Corruption