Committee: [Insert Committee Name, e.g., Second Committee (Economic and Financial) or Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)]
Topic: Addressing the Long-Term Implications of the Dissolution of the Soviet Union for Global Stability and Development
Sponsor: Japan
Co-Sponsors: [To be determined during conference — suggested: Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Georgia, Germany]
The General Assembly,
Recalling the dissolution of the Soviet Union in December 1991, which reshaped global geopolitics, created 15 independent states, and left a legacy of economic, social, and security challenges,
Recognizing Japan’s commitment to global peace, economic development, and nuclear non-proliferation, as well as its historical role in supporting post-conflict reconstruction and regional stability,
Noting with concern the ongoing implications of the Soviet dissolution, including unresolved territorial disputes, economic disparities, and the proliferation risks from former Soviet military assets, which continue to affect post-Soviet states and the international community,
Acknowledging the progress made by post-Soviet states in transitioning to independent governance and market economies, while emphasizing the need for sustained international support to address remaining vulnerabilities,
Emphasizing the importance of fostering resilience, sustainable development, and cooperation in the post-Soviet region to prevent conflict and promote global stability,
Expressing appreciation for initiatives like the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the efforts of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the region, while identifying gaps in addressing long-term legacies,
Hereby resolves to:
1. Strengthen Post-Soviet Stability
a. Urges the establishment of a UN Post-Soviet Reconciliation Forum (PSRF) by 2026, co-chaired by Japan and a post-Soviet state, to facilitate dialogue on unresolved disputes and promote confidence-building measures;
b. Encourages regional organizations such as the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to expand mediation efforts in conflict zones including eastern Ukraine and the South Caucasus;
2. Support Economic Transition and Development
a. Endorses the creation of a Post-Soviet Economic Resilience Fund (PSERF), targeting $1 billion annually by 2028 from donor states and private sectors, to finance infrastructure, renewable energy, and digitalization projects;
b. Invites Japan to lead a Technology Transfer Initiative, sharing expertise in green technology and industrial modernization with post-Soviet states to boost economic diversification;
3. Address Security and Non-Proliferation
a. Calls for enhanced cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to secure and dismantle remaining Soviet-era nuclear and chemical stockpiles, with Japan offering technical assistance;
b. Urges all states to adhere to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and support a voluntary Regional Arms Transparency Register for post-Soviet states;
4. Promote Human Capacity and Education
a. Establishes a network of Regional Training Centers in post-Soviet states, with Japanese support, to provide vocational and technological education for youth and displaced populations;
b. Encourages the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to launch a Post-Soviet Cultural Exchange Program to foster mutual understanding and reconciliation;
5. Enhance Environmental Resilience
a. Supports a UN-led Post-Soviet Environmental Recovery Initiative to address Soviet-era ecological damage (e.g., Aral Sea, Chernobyl), funded through international partnerships;
b. Promotes joint research on climate adaptation, leveraging Japan’s expertise in disaster resilience, to benefit vulnerable post-Soviet regions;
6. Ensure Global Coordination and Accountability
a. Requests the UN Secretary-General to submit an annual report, beginning in 2026, on the socio-economic and security status of post-Soviet states, highlighting progress and challenges;
b. Proposes a biennial Global Conference on Post-Soviet Development, beginning in 2027, to review implementation and adapt strategies;
Concludes
by reaffirming its commitment to a stable, prosperous, and interconnected post-Soviet region, contributing to global peace and sustainable development.