The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC), as the UN General Assembly’s First Committee, stands at the forefront of policymaking where science fiction becomes daily reality. DISEC’s mandate goes beyond traditional arms control, addressing the expanding frontiers of international security—from cyber warfare to weaponized technology. This committee is the global stage where diverse nations, often adversaries on Earth, work to put aside rivalries and tackle the world’s most advanced threats. Here, diplomacy is not just about treaties but about shaping norms for technologies that can shift the balance of power overnight, requiring agile, forward-thinking approaches to preserve peace in an era where innovation often outpaces regulation.

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This year, DISEC turns its spotlight skyward, delving deep into the tangled web of private satellite systems and dual-use space technologies—a modern “wild west” above our heads. The proliferation of commercial satellites and the blurring line between civilian and military uses in space have ignited urgent debates about espionage from orbit, militarization, and the unchecked influence of tech conglomerates. The agenda seeks not just to manage new risks, but to pioneer protocols and transparency mechanisms that could serve as blueprints for other emergent domains. Delegates are challenged to forge international pacts that safeguard the cosmos as a shared commons, ensuring innovation in orbit doesn’t become a catalyst for conflict on Earth.

Agenda: Addressing the Geopolitical Implications of Private Satellite Systems and Dual-Use Space Technologies