Dear Esteemed Delegates, Advisors, and Committee Members of HASTRAIN’26,

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It is a true honor to welcome each of you to this year’s conference. Stepping into the role of Secretary-General for the very first time, I could not be more excited and deeply inspired to lead our team and share this space with such an ambitious, driven community of future diplomats.

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Model United Nations has always been defined by the energy and courage of the delegates in the room. This year, our academic and organizational teams have built an agenda centered on the critical dilemmas shaping our world right now, from fragile security landscapes and human rights emergencies to long-term sustainability. Each committee has been designed not just to test your knowledge of foreign policy, but to challenge how you think, listen, and negotiate under pressure.

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Diplomacy is rarely about having the loudest voice; it is about finding common ground where none seems to exist. As you step into your committee sessions, remember that your greatest impact will come from your ability to collaborate, adapt, and build actionable solutions out of complex disagreements. Treat every debate as an opportunity to broaden your perspective and elevate those around you.

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Serving as your Secretary-General for the first time is a milestone I hold with immense pride and responsibility. I look forward to walking through the committee rooms, witnessing your passion firsthand, and seeing the creative resolutions you craft together.

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I wish you an inspiring, intellectually rewarding, and unforgettable conference.

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Best regards,

Ayşe Gülsüm
Secretary-General

HASTRAIN Model United Nations 2026