NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
The year is 2016. Europe stands at a turning point. War no longer begins with soldiers crossing a border. Cyberattacks disrupt governments. Drones patrol contested skies. Missiles threaten cities hundreds of miles away. Russia has seized Crimea. NATO must respond to threats with speed, unity, and resolve. Delegates must protect the Alliance while balancing the interests of every member state. Debate will cover cyber defense, air security, missile defense, intelligence sharing, and the growing challenge of hybrid warfare. Every decision shapes the security of Europe. Every disagreement weakens the Alliance. Every action carries consequences far beyond the battlefield. Join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and lead the alliance through one of the defining security crises of the twenty-first century.
DIRECTORS GONZALO PALENZUELA
TOPICS
Topic A: Recognition of Claims for Independence Within Existing Member States and Their Status in the European Union
Topic B: Improving EU Security, Policing, and Intelligence to Combat Terrorism
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Gonzalo Palenzuela is a third year civil engineering student at the University of Florida, entering his 6th year of competing in Model UN. His second year on UFMUN’s executive board, Gonzalo acts as the President of the organization, alongside directing committees at each of their conferences and frequently traveling. Outside of MUN, he trains Jiu-Jitsu with UF’s BJJ club, frequents local oceanfront properties, and wastes his time trying to lower his golf handicap in a near-Sisyphean effort. He is excited to bring his famous energy to this committee and looks forward to bringing new passion to SwampMUN II!
