COPUOS

Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

The Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) explores how humanity engages with one of its most ambitious frontiers. Established to promote international cooperation in the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes, COPUOS considers the legal, scientific, and political questions raised by an increasingly active space environment. As new technologies expand what is possible beyond Earth, the committee invites delegates to examine how innovation can be balanced with responsibility, cooperation, and long-term sustainability. In doing so, COPUOS offers a forum for considering how outer space, once imagined as the domain of the future, is already becoming a defining arena of international diplomacy.

How big will this committee be? This will be a medium-sized committee.

Is this a single- or double-delegate committee? This is a single-delegate committee, so each delegate will represent their assigned country or position independently.

How much experience do I need to sign up for this committee? This committee is well suited to delegates who are familiar with the basics of MUN, while still being accessible to delegates of all experience levels. It is a particularly good choice for delegates interested in science, technology, innovation, and the future of international cooperation.

How much will I have to speak in this committee? Due to the medium size of this committee, delegates should expect to speak a moderate amount in each session. The format also allows some flexibility, so delegates can choose to contribute more or less depending on their confidence and whether they want to challenge themselves.

How will debate be structured in this committee? This committee will follow our standard Rules of Procedure.