This committee will focus on trade efforts aiming to foster sustainable and equitable economic cooperation. Delegates will create solutions to ensure equal trade opportunities, enhance trade facilitation, and promote regulatory cooperation amid sanctions and rising economic tensions. Working in pairs, delegates must use their diplomatic skills to develop mechanisms that distribute the benefits of modernized trade fairly while addressing contemporary means (such as digital trade) and their role in enhancing economic cooperation between countries. Through debates, draft policy recommendations, and collaborate on resolutions, each delegation is expected to devise actionable strategies that reflect a collective commitment to strengthening global economic cooperation.
This Committee is a Dual-Delegate Committee
No Position Papers Are Required
Director
Leticia Kato
Leticia is a second-year international student from Brazil majoring in International Relations and Political Science on a pre-law track with plans to pursue a second major in Economics. She is heavily interested in international political economy and international security and hopes to work in international trade policy or an international law. Aside from her academic interests, Leticia loves re-watching her comfort TV shows or rom-coms, staying active (lifting weights, pilates, and yoga), cooking/baking, and traveling. She is beyond excited to be directing for this committee and is eager to see what the delegates will come up with!
Chair
Mariya Shevchenko
Mariya Shevchenko is an FIU Honors College Student pursuing a career in International Relations and Political Science, specializing in Europe and Eurasian Studies. Mariya's profound interest lies in pursuing a career in public administration. Since the Fall of 2022, Mariya has actively represented FIU as a Model UN delegate, demonstrating her commitment to global affairs. Outside of MUN, Mariya enjoyed spending time painting, reading, and exploring new places. Mariya is looking forward to this year of FIMUN, and is especially delighted to chair the WTO committee!