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Youth from 25 Nations Compete with Ideas at 22nd AYIMUN

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 22nd Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) brought together 750 young people from 25 countries in Kuala Lumpur.
  • Participants simulated UN sessions to discuss international issues and hone diplomacy skills.
  • The event, organized by International Global Network (IGN), focused on developing skills like public speaking, listening, and respectful disagreement.

Kuala Lumpur hosted the 22nd Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN), gathering 750 young delegates from 25 nations between August 21-24, 2026. Organized by the International Global Network (IGN), the event simulated United Nations sessions, providing a platform for youth to engage with global issues and enhance their diplomatic capabilities.

Delegates represented various countries, including Australia, Canada, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and the United States. In the Model United Nations format, participants researched, presented viewpoints, negotiated, and worked towards drafting joint resolutions. The simulation aimed to equip them with practical skills applicable to real-world challenges.

MUN is a place where you practice various skills that will be needed in real life. The first skill is the courage to speak. The second skill is the humility to listen. The third skill is learning how to disagree without belittling each other. The fourth skill is the willingness to try before you feel completely ready.

— Muhammad FahrizalPresident of International Global Network, explaining the developmental benefits of participating in Model United Nations.

Muhammad Fahrizal, President of International Global Network, emphasized that MUN is more than just a competition; it's a training ground for essential life skills. He highlighted the importance of courage in speaking, humility in listening, the ability to disagree without belittling others, and the willingness to act before feeling fully prepared.

AYIMUN provides a platform for young people to connect across borders, learn about different perspectives, gain knowledge, build empathy, and most importantly, learn to listen and propose solutions with others.

— Azlinda binti AzmanMalaysian government representative, highlighting the role of AYIMUN in fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.

Malaysian government representative Azlinda binti Azman stressed the significance of youth involvement in international forums for fostering cross-cultural understanding amidst global complexities. Fery Iswandi, Minister Counsellor for Information, Media, and Socio-Cultural Affairs at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, encouraged participants to leverage the forum for idea exchange on global challenges like air pollution and industrial waste, urging them to make their voices heard as future leaders.

AYIMUN 2026 featured eight councils addressing diverse international issues. Participants were grouped into Beginner and Intermediate levels within Junior and Youth Councils based on their experience. The program focused on public speaking, understanding different perspectives, building compromise, and collaboratively developing solutions to pressing global problems.

I hope you can use this opportunity to learn, build friendships, exchange ideas, and develop yourselves as future leaders. And most importantly, make your voices heard.

— Fery IswandiMinister Counsellor for Information, Media, and Socio-Cultural Affairs at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, encouraging participants to maximize their experience at AYIMUN.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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