What is “germane” to the topic in an UNIMUN debate?
While many MUN conferences restrict discussion to the immediate item on the floor (the resolution, amendment, etc.) UNIMUN follows the UN practice in allowing the sovereign nations represented to discuss any aspect of the topic area on the floor which they feel is relevant. This may include discussion of the overall topic, of a resolution or amendment on the floor, of another proposed resolution or amendment, or even debate about moving the discussion to another, more relevant topic area. UNIMUN’s chairs will provide a wide latitude in allowing for germaneness in speeches.
