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Munich Diplomacy Summit

Engineering peace - debugging the past, building new systems.

Dates
08.04.2027 - 11.04.2027
Venue
Munich, Germany
Contact
mdssecretariat@muntum.org

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About the conference

About Munich Diplomacy Summit 2027

After two successful editions in 2025 and 2026, we are excited to welcome you to the third Munich Diplomacy Summit in 2027! MDS 2027 offers a remarkable Model United Nations experience in Munich, hosted by Germany's largest MUN society MUNTUM e.V., and under the prestigious Technical University of Munich. Between the 8th and 11th of April 2027, expect high-level debates, interactive committee sessions, and unmissable socials at the heart of Europe!

Theme

At MDS 2027, we approach diplomacy the way engineers approach a system: we look for where it failed, understand why, and build something that works better. Our theme, "Engineering Peace – debugging the past, building new systems", invites delegates to learn from the mistakes of history and to design the institutions, agreements and ideas that a more peaceful world needs.

Our goals

We will address burning global issues together with an emphasis on collective sustainability, shared accountability, and creative solutions for a better tomorrow.

Debate

Committees

  • COP
    Difficulty: Beginner

    COP

    The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, where states negotiate how the world responds to climate change. From emission targets to climate finance and adaptation, every agreement has to balance national interests with the future of a shared planet. This committee is an excellent choice for first-time delegates who want to experience consensus-driven diplomacy on one of the defining issues of our time.

  • UNODC
    Difficulty: Beginner

    UNODC

    The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) leads the global fight against illicit drugs, organised crime, trafficking, corruption, and terrorism. Its delegates tackle cross-border challenges that no state can solve alone, weighing security against human rights and public health. With its concrete, solution-oriented debates, UNODC is a great committee for delegates taking their first steps in MUN.

  • Chairs' Choice
    Difficulty: Intermediate

    Chairs' Choice

    In Chairs' Choice, the chairs select the committee and its topic themselves. More details will follow soon.

  • SPECPOL
    Difficulty: Intermediate

    SPECPOL

    The Special Political and Decolonization Committee (SPECPOL) is one of the UN General Assembly’s most influential bodies, tasked with addressing issues that shape the international order. From overseeing peacekeeping missions and decolonization processes to debating the use of outer space and the rights of refugees, SPECPOL deals with matters at the heart of global governance. This committee is best for delegates who enjoy high-level debates that balance political complexity with long-term solutions

  • Bicameral Crisis
    Difficulty: Expert

    Bicameral Crisis

    In the Bicameral Crisis, two committees face each other in one evolving crisis, and every directive passed in one room changes the situation in the other. Delegates react to live crisis updates, act through directives, and negotiate across both chambers. This committee is designed for experienced delegates who enjoy fast-paced, unpredictable debate.

  • UNSC
    Difficulty: Expert

    UNSC

    The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is one of the most powerful bodies within the UN, primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security. Composed of 15 member states—five permanent members with veto power and ten non-permanent members—it can authorize peacekeeping operations, impose sanctions, and establish international tribunals. Delegates in this committee face high-stakes, fast-paced crises and must work to negotiate resolutions that balance national interests with global stability.

  • International Press Corps

    International Press Corps

    In the International Press Corps (IPC), you will be able to support debates with your journalistic abilities by publishing various journalistic pieces, including featured articles, opinion articles, or interviews. Don’t forget that news outlets also use comedic columns or other creative media, such as memes and gossip, to cover the happenings outside of the debate! Your news will be published throughout the committee sessions and can lead to the uncovering of improper foreign policy or interesting alliances.

People

Secretariat

  • Martín Tabares de Nava Zárate

    Martín Tabares de Nava Zárate

    Secretary General

  • Emilia Zael

    Emilia Zael

    Secretary General

  • Isabell Walther

    Isabell Walther

    Deputy Secretary General

Organizing Team

  • Elena Senn

    Elena Senn

    Academic Director

  • Myrto Nikolaou

    Myrto Nikolaou

    Academic Director

  • Nico Stein

    Nico Stein

    USG of Academics

  • Laetitia Tranitz

    Laetitia Tranitz

    USG of Administration

  • Michael Timothy

    Michael Timothy

    USG of Administration

  • Leonard Asbahr Mitrik

    Leonard Asbahr Mitrik

    USG of Communications

  • Jacqueline Kess

    Jacqueline Kess

    USG of Finance

  • Miguel Madera Jimenez

    Miguel Madera Jimenez

    USG of Logistics

  • Anna Maria Bichler

    Anna Maria Bichler

    USG of Publicity

  • Laura Will

    Laura Will

    USG of Socials

  • Dhivya Ravi

    Dhivya Ravi

    USG of Socials

08.04.2027 - 11.04.2027, Munich, Germany

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FAQ

Who can apply?
MDS 2027 is open to university students from all backgrounds. All you need is interest in international relations, debate, and diplomacy. No matter your field of study or level of prior knowledge, we highly encourage you to apply and look forward to seeing you soon in Munich!
Do I need experience?
Not at all! MDS offers exciting committees for various experience levels, including beginner committees where your chairs will take the time to explain everything you need to know. Additionally we will offer workshops for those taking their first steps within the MUN world. But also if you have prior experience MDS is your place to be. Our intermediate and expert delegates will find the right challenges in fast-paced, more complex simulations in the respective committees.
How do I choose a committee?
Simply put, choose whatever sparks your interest (while always keeping your experience level in mind). When you apply on MyMUN, you can indicate your preferences for committees based on your interests, experience level, and the topics you’d like to debate. While we can not guarantee everyone to get their preferences assigned, our team will do their best to find the perfect role for you.
How are countries assigned?
After being accepted, our Administration team will review all applications and allocate you a country or role. We do our best to match your preferences, but assignments of course also depend on availability, prior experience and balance across committees.
What should I wear?
The standard dress code at MDS is formal Western business attire. This means suits, blazers, dress shirts, ties, dresses, skirts, or blouses. You should aim to look professional, similar to what you would wear in a diplomatic or business environment, for example to a job interview in finance. For the socials the dress code might be different, this will be communicated to you via Instagram and WhatsApp before the conference.

Questions?

Contact us

mdssecretariat@muntum.org