A global health issue that has persisted over the decades, inadequate nutrition and unequal access to basic services have silently shaped the destinies of societies. Nowhere is this more evident than in the persistence of stunting, a condition rooted not only in food security, but also in poverty, limited healthcare, unsafe sanitation, and social inequality. On one side of the country, there are millions of children facing impaired growth due to chronic malnutrition, but on the other, maternal undernutrition and limited prenatal care perpetuate intergenerational stunting. As pressing global development challenges, stunting demands a coordinated action to ensure every child regardless of geography is given an equal opportunity to reach their full growth. Thus, these realities raise a critical question: what can the global community do to protect the physical and cognitive development of its youngest generation?

Soil is the foundation of human development, yet it remains one of the most overlooked environmental crises. According to global statistics, there are 500 million hectares of land with five million soil contamination sites globally, where different heavy metals or metalloids have poisoned the soils. Furthermore, large tracts of land have been damaged by contamination from mining, intensive agriculture, industrial operations, poor waste management, and chemical abuse, endangering water supplies, biodiversity, and food security. With UNEP as the leading body that plays a huge role in environmental authority within the UN system, how can UNEP strengthen international frameworks to support soil remediation in contaminated regions, while ensuring that historically marginalized communities receive equitable access to restored land and resources?

Informal workers are the most vulnerable demographic in economic crises as they often lack essential protections such as health insurance, paid sick leave, and minimum wage guarantees. With little to no financial safety net, any disruptions whether caused by illness, reduced demands, or broader economic downturns, it can quickly push them into hardships. As developers create more and more opportunities for workers in the gig economy through apps like Gojek, Uber, and Grab, there exists a policy gap where these workers are given insufficient safety nets when fate turns an unfortunate eye, risking poverty, homelessness, and financial ruin. As a result, they face unstable incomes and a limited workplace security, underscoring the urgent need for more inclusive policies that protect their welfare without stifling innovations. Hence, it is up to ECOSOC to address these gaps and ensure that economic innovation is matched with inclusive protections that safeguard worker welfare.

In the rapid digitalization of humanity’s day to day life data has become one of the world's most valuable commodities since humans are present online in every sector changing the way we communicate, work, and access information. However concerns regarding the protection of personal data and the right to privacy arise where governments and the private sector can collect vast amounts of personal information on a whim. The right to privacy is governed under Article 12 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights where it guarantees the right to privacy and protects individuals against arbitrary interference with their family, home, correspondence, and reputation. Despite the protection in place modern technologies such as mass surveillance systems and large scale data analytics have enabled unprecedented monitoring and profiling of individuals in which the data can be used for benevolent or malevolent purposes.

The global rise of the Korean Pop industry has transformed from merely a regional music scene into a billion-dollar global culture industry that’s driven by intensive corporate investment, extreme global marketing, and tightly managed production systems. While this model was able to exceed the international expectations, it raised concerns over the creative autonomy of the artists that operate under restricted contracts. From songwriting to concept design to self-expression, decisions are frequently centralized within entertainment corporations. Hence, this blurs the line between artistic expression and corporate control. With that being said, it is up to the Korea Entertainment Management Association (KEMA) to ensure artists’ creative freedom and corporate competition are adequately balanced.

International civil aviation lies at the intersection of economic and market integration and environmental obligation. The market of civil aviation continues to grow year by year as flying becomes more affordable for the average person. Yet, it also produces the highest amount of carbon footprint compared to other means of transport. The international community has come out with one integrated framework named CORSIA. However, its effectiveness has been put into question for two reasons. First, does CORSIA actually hinder the growth of the burgeoning international aviation market? Second, is the CORSIA mechanism insufficiently aligned with the rapid climate change currently underway? In short, does the international aviation climate governance must be reformed?

The Spratly Islands are a group of maritime features located in a strategic area that falls within waters claimed by China. In 2015, the international community began to pay attention after China was found to have built seven main military bases in the Spratly Islands, and by 2026, signs of another new base have been observed. These developments appear to go against the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and despite the 2016 arbitration case brought by the Philippines, China has not stepped back from its actions. This situation raises an important question: Should the existence of Chinese military bases be addressed solely based on international rules, or could China’s actions be understood as a response to growing pressure from major powers?

Within the dynamic environment of discussions and negotiations addressing pressing global issues, the Press Corps serves as the fourth pillar of democracy. Its responsibilities extend well beyond the publication of written reports; Press Corps delegates are entrusted with observing and reporting on council deliberations, official events, and emerging crises, as well as facilitating press conferences in a manner that respects diplomatic protocol and institutional integrity. While granted the freedom to develop original narratives and diverse perspectives, delegates are guided by principles of objectivity, ethical responsibility, and cultural sensitivity.