My name is Emma Christensen, I am eighteen years old, and I am honoured to serve as Secretary-General for the twenty-second annual session of Genoa Model United Nations.

It is with great pride that I took on this role earlier last year, a position that has allowed me to fulfil my aspiration of sharing my passion for MUNs and the importance of international diplomatic relations.

After discussing and acknowledging many of today’s pressing challenges, the Secretariat and I decided that it was urgent to focus on the underlying patterns within the current and ever-changing global dynamics. This led to the theme of GeMUN 2025: “Breaking the Code.”

International relations are, at present, more complex than they have ever been. The intricacy of our modern world often makes understanding many, if not all, of the dynamics surrounding us seem like an insurmountable challenge. However, it is our duty to uncover the truths and mechanics of these dynamics.

In today’s world, where diplomacy plays a crucial role in communication—whether between individuals or national representatives—the only way to make sense of this chaotic reality is by breaking down the schemes and underlying patterns that shape it. These may include endless negotiations, treaties and laws, historical events that continue to impact the present, obscured conflicts, perplexing political debates, vast amounts of data, or fascinating global phenomena.

We must act through diplomacy, always bearing in mind that each of us, in our own capacity, influences the world. The nature of that influence is what determines our collective future. Now more than ever, we must remain vigilant and deeply engaged in social and political discussions. This means rejecting shallow perspectives and instead committing ourselves to delve beneath the surface of what we see and experience. By doing so, we can work towards breaking the code for a successful, peaceful, and continuous global dialogue.

As the youth of today, we have a moral responsibility to engage more deeply with the world around us. I strongly believe that experiences such as MUN conferences are exactly what we need to enhance our skills and develop a broad portfolio of ideas and resolutions to address modern society’s issues and crises. These conferences also give us the opportunity to present innovative perspectives and approaches to unresolved matters.

I am incredibly eager to witness these three days of debate flourish in February and to once again experience the cooperative atmosphere and thought-provoking discussions that GeMUN never fails to deliver.

Yours faithfully,
Emma Christensen
Secretary General

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