ORAMUN 2026

Countering Terrorism and Extremism in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Nov 7–8, 2026 Online

Countering Terrorism and Extremism in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Closes Oct 30 · 3 days left

Conference

Online

Nov 7–8, 2026

40 delegates expected

High school and university students

In English

Applications

3 days left
Sep 10 – Oct 30, 2026Same dates for every role
  • Delegates
  • Observers

About

Political Deliberation on Terrorism and Extremism

In a region shaped by decades of conflict, political instability, and evolving security threats, Afghanistan and Pakistan remain at the center of one of South Asia’s most complex challenges: countering terrorism and violent extremism. This conference brings together political leaders and key national figures from both countries to engage in a high-stakes simulation of the political decisions, security dilemmas, and diplomatic tensions surrounding the issue.

Through two parallel committees—the Pakistan National Assembly (PNA) and the Afghanistan National Assembly (ANA)—delegates will examine the crisis from their respective national perspectives. Pakistan’s committee will address cross-border terrorism, militant networks, radicalization, border security, and the consequences of instability originating from Afghanistan, while Afghanistan’s committee will confront the presence of extremist organizations, terrorism within the country, the Taliban’s responsibilities, and Afghanistan’s strained regional relations.

The conference is designed to challenge delegates to move beyond prepared statements and engage in strategic diplomacy, political negotiation, crisis response, and evidence-based debate. Every decision carries consequences, and every alliance can reshape the course of the crisis.

Delegates will be expected to defend national interests while exploring realistic pathways toward regional stability, stronger counter-terrorism cooperation, and the reduction of violent extremism. The central question is not simply who is responsible—but what both nations are prepared to do to prevent terrorism from defining the future of the region.

Committees

  • Pakistan National Assembly

    26 seats · Beginner · English
    Pakistan National Assembly will debate Pakistan’s growing security challenges linked to cross-border terrorism, militant sanctuaries, radicalization, and extremist networks operating in and around Afghanistan. Delegates will examine attacks affecting Pakistan, the movement of militants across the Afghanistan–Pakistan border, the activities of groups such as the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and the responsibilities of the Afghan authorities in preventing their territory from being used against Pakistan. The committee will also address domestic extremism, radicalization, border security, refugee and migration concerns, intelligence cooperation, and the protection of Pakistani civilians. Delegates must balance national security with constitutional rights, regional diplomacy, and Pakistan’s long-term interest in a stable Afghanistan.
    Mubashir Shah

    Pakistan National Assembly

    26 seats · Beginner · English

    About the committee

    Pakistan National Assembly will debate Pakistan’s growing security challenges linked to cross-border terrorism, militant sanctuaries, radicalization, and extremist networks operating in and around Afghanistan. Delegates will examine attacks affecting Pakistan, the movement of militants across the Afghanistan–Pakistan border, the activities of groups such as the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and the responsibilities of the Afghan authorities in preventing their territory from being used against Pakistan. The committee will also address domestic extremism, radicalization, border security, refugee and migration concerns, intelligence cooperation, and the protection of Pakistani civilians. Delegates must balance national security with constitutional rights, regional diplomacy, and Pakistan’s long-term interest in a stable Afghanistan.

    Chair

    Countries

Organizers

More MUN conferences

ConferencesOnlineORAMUN 2026