Hundreds of Indonesian Youth Simulate UN Sessions in Bangkok

A total of 486 young delegates from Indonesia converged in Bangkok, Thailand, to participate in the 21st Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN). The event, which ran from June 26 to 29, 2026, brought together approximately 700 delegates from 19 different nations. Organized by the International Global Network (IGN), AYIMUN serves as a crucial platform for youth to develop their capacity in diplomacy and international relations. Participants engaged in rigorous simulations of UN sessions, practicing argumentation, negotiation, and problem-solving on a range of global issues. Muhammad Fahrizal, President of IGN, highlighted the significance of the event, stating, "700 people are in the same room, ready to speak on behalf of the countries they represent and fight for issues they may not have studied before. For me, that is something extraordinary." The opening ceremony was attended by Malaysian Ambassador to Thailand Datuk Wan Zaidi Wan Abdullah, Timor-Leste Ambassador to Thailand Francisco Tilman Cepeda, and Jack Crawford, Associate Economic Affairs Officer at the UNESCAP. Ambassadors encouraged delegates to broaden their horizons, enhance diplomatic skills, and build international networks. Crawford noted the relevance of AYIMUN's theme, "The Uncertain World: Rethinking Diplomacy in the Face of Crisis," to the current global climate, emphasizing the importance of youth engagement in diplomacy for navigating international challenges.

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700 people are in the same room, ready to speak on behalf of the countries they represent and fight for issues they may not have studied before. For me, that is something extraordinary.