World Trade Organization (WTO) in Model UN

The World Trade Organization, set up in 1995 and based in Geneva, deals with the rules of trade between more than 160 members, who account for 98% of world trade. Its decisions are normally taken by consensus of the entire membership. A Model UN WTO has each delegate negotiate for one member, on subsidies, tariffs or supply chains.

Updated Oct 5, 2026

  • 2 countries: on 95 to 98% of seat lists
  • 18 more seats in a typical session of 20

Upcoming WTO conferences

18 conferences

  • NAVISMUN – Aracaju

    Oct 10, 2026 · Aracaju, Brazil

    Languages: English

    Applications closed

    • All levels
    • 20 delegates
    • All levels
  • BUP International Model United Nations Conference

    Oct 15-17, 2026 · Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Languages: English

    Applications closed

    • University
    • $50, about 45 euros
    • 450 delegates
    • Ages 18+
    • University
    • $50, about 45 euros
    • Ages 18+
  • France Model United Nation

    Oct 22-25, 2026 · Bordeaux, France

    Languages: English, French, Spanish

    Apply by Oct 16

    • University
    • €79
    • Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 109 reviews
    • 200 delegates
    • Ages 16–29
    • University
    • €79
    • Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 109 reviews
    • Ages 16–29
  • SATMUN

    Oct 24, 2026 · Lyon, France

    Languages: English, French

    Apply by Oct 17

    • University
    • Free
    • Top rated. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 274 reviews
    • 200 delegates
    • University
    • Free
    • Top rated. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 274 reviews
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
  • United Youth Assembly

    Oct 31 - Nov 1, 2026 · Online

    Languages: English

    Not open yet

    • All levels
    • Free
    • All levels
    • Free
  • IE University Model United Nations

    Nov 6-9, 2026 · Madrid, Spain

    Languages: English, Spanish

    Apply by Oct 19

    • University
    • €75
    • Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 697 reviews
    • 500 delegates
    • Ages 17–25
    • University
    • €75
    • Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 697 reviews
    • Ages 17–25
    • Top academics
    • Top academics
  • Warsaw Model United Nations

    Nov 12-15, 2026 · Warsaw, Poland

    Languages: English

    Apply by Oct 9

    • All levels
    • €80
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2,583 reviews
    • 350 delegates
    • Ages 14+
    • All levels
    • €80
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2,583 reviews
    • Ages 14+
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
  • Bratislava Model United Nations

    Nov 27-29, 2026 · Bratislava, Slovakia

    Languages: English

    Apply by Nov 20

    • High school
    • €80
    • Top rated. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 306 reviews
    • 180 delegates
    • Ages 15+
    • High school
    • €80
    • Top rated. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 306 reviews
    • Ages 15+
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
  • Markham Model United Nations

    Nov 28-29, 2026 · Markham, Canada

    Languages: English

    Not open yet

    • High school
    • 450 delegates
    • High school
  • Santa Fe Model United Nations

    Dec 9-12, 2026 · Mexico City, Mexico

    Languages: English, Spanish

    Apply by Nov 6

    • All levels
    • 800 delegates
    • Ages 15–24
    • All levels
    • Ages 15–24
  • Barrington Model United Nations

    Jan 23, 2027 · Barrington, United States

    Languages: English

    Not open yet

    • High school
    • Free
    • High school
    • Free
  • Cambridge Model United Nations

    Jan 29-31, 2027 · Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Languages: English

    Apply by Nov 3

    • High school
    • £75, about 88 euros
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 171 reviews
    • 300 delegates
    • Ages 13–19
    • High school
    • £75, about 88 euros
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 171 reviews
    • Ages 13–19
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
  • Prus High School Model United Nations

    Jan 29-31, 2027 · Warsaw, Poland

    Languages: English

    Opens Oct 24

    • All levels
    • Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 363 reviews
    • 200 delegates
    • Ages 14+
    • All levels
    • Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 363 reviews
    • Ages 14+
    • Top academics
    • Top academics
  • MainMUN

    Mar 11-14, 2027 · Frankfurt am Main, Germany

    Languages: English

    Apply by Mar 4

    • All levels
    • €99
    • Top rated. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,016 reviews
    • 300 delegates
    • Ages 16–35
    • All levels
    • €99
    • Top rated. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,016 reviews
    • Ages 16–35
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
    • Well organized
    • Best socials
    • Top academics
  • Heidelberg Model United Nations

    May 20-23, 2027 · Heidelberg, Germany

    Languages: English

    Opens Oct 12

    • University
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 319 reviews
    • 140 delegates
    • Ages 18+
    • University
    • Top rated. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 319 reviews
    • Ages 18+
    • Best socials
    • Well organized
    • Best socials
    • Well organized

Browse all Model UN conferences

WTO topics in Model UN

Most common on WTO agendas on mymun: economy and development (59% of 147 topics), then armed conflicts (7%) and cyber and AI (7%).

ThemeShare of topics
  1. Economy and development 59%

    Example: Addressing Global Trade Tensions and the Resurgence of Economic Protectionism, Paris International Model United Nations

  2. Armed conflicts 7%

    Example: Managing the Effects of the Russo-Ukrainian Conflict on Global Trade and Supply Chains, Istanbul Technical University Model United Nations

  3. Cyber and AI 7%

    Example: Trade Governance in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Data Sovereignty, London International Model United Nations

  4. Health and pandemics 5%

    Example: Pharmaceuticals & Intellectual Property Rights, North American Invitational Model United Nations

  5. Climate and environment 4%

    Example: Improving the climate sustainability of trade transport infrastructure, Cambridge Model United Nations

From 147 WTO topics on mymun. A topic can touch several themes.

Where WTO debates are set

  1. China 9%
  2. United States 5%

Share of 147 WTO topics on mymun that name the place.

Recent WTO topics

  1. Measures to ensure safety of commercial traffic in high risk areas

    Prva Privatna Gimnazija Model United Nations
  2. Reforming Special and Differential Treatment for Developing Countries

    Model Global Economic Summit
  3. Building Resilient and Sustainable Global Supply Chains

    Hamburg Model United Nations
  4. Addressing the challenges, opportunities and regulatory issues arising within the Global Trade Industry in the Digital Age

    Atlantic Model United Nations
    Economy and developmentCyber and AI
  5. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

    SURGE RAY MUN
  6. Subsidies & State-Owned Enterprises vs. WTO Rules

    LakeMUN
  7. Addressing Global Trade Tensions and the Resurgence of Economic Protectionism

    Paris International Model United Nations
    Economy and development
  8. Addressing the trade barriers risen from protectionism and resource nationalism in the digital manufacturing era

    Lyon Model United Nations
    Economy and developmentCyber and AI

WTO countries in Model UN

WTO sessions on mymun seated about 20 delegations. China, the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil appear on 82 to 98% of WTO seat lists on mymun. The European Union is a member in its own right, as are its 27 member states, with the European Commission speaking for all of them at almost all WTO meetings.

  • 2 countries: on 95 to 98% of seat lists
  • 18 more seats in a typical session of 20

Most often seated

CountryShare of seat lists
  1. 1China 98%
  2. 2United States 95%
  3. 3United Kingdom 89%
  4. 4India 83%
  5. 5Brazil 82%
  6. 6Germany 81%
  7. 7Japan 80%
  8. 8Russian Federation 79%
  9. 9France 76%
  10. 10Republic of Korea 69%
  11. 11South Africa 66%
  12. 12Canada 65%

Share of 118 WTO seat lists on mymun.

Most requested

CountryShare of applicants
  1. 1China 10%
  2. 2United States 7%
  3. 3Germany 7%
  4. 4Canada 6%
  5. 5United Kingdom 6%
  6. 6France 5%
  7. 7Brazil 5%
  8. 8Russian Federation 4%
  9. 9India 4%
  10. 10Japan 4%
  11. 11Australia 4%
  12. 12Republic of Korea 2%

Share of 2,746 WTO applicants on mymun who asked for the country.

WTO in Model UN: quick answers

How many delegates are in a WTO committee?

The real WTO has more than 160 members, separate customs territories as well as countries. WTO sessions on mymun seated about 20 delegations.

How does the WTO settle trade disputes?

The governments first hold consultations; if these fail, a panel rules and the full membership adopts its report. Appeals go to the Appellate Body, which cannot hear them while its seats stay vacant, as all have been since November 2020.

Is the WTO a good committee for beginners?

Yes, if you can read trade data: the WTO publishes a page on every member with its trade statistics, tariff profile and disputes, a ready base for a country position.

What topics does the WTO debate in Model UN?

Top themes in 147 WTO topics on mymun: economy and development (59%), armed conflicts (7%) and cyber and AI (7%).