Introduction

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USI MUN 2.0 served as a national platform for youth delegates to engage with global challenges at the intersection of technology, security, and diplomacy. Anchored in the theme “Securing Space and Cyberspace for Global Peace and Inclusive Development,” the event brought together students, academics, and policy practitioners to explore emerging risks in cyberspace, space governance, and digital inclusion. The initiative was organized by the United Service Institution of India (USI), in collaboration with CyberPeace Foundation, emphasizing experiential learning through UN-style simulations and debates.

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Objectives

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The event focused on four core goals:

• Promote youth-led diplomacy on space and cyberspace governance issues.
• Facilitate discussions on AI, cybersecurity, and ethical technology deployment.
• Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue between technology, policy, and peacebuilding.
• Foster partnerships, recognition, and career opportunities for delegates.
  
  

Participation

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The event hosted 80 onsite delegates from across India. Five UN-style simulations were conducted, including UNGA, UNSC, UNHRC, UNOOSA, and UNCSW. Participants included student executives, youth delegates, and faculty advisors. The event featured notable contributions from leaders such as Major General P.K. Goswami, VSM; Shri M.A.K.P Singh; Major Vineet Kumar; Lt Gen A.K. Bhatt; and Mr Umesh Narayan Panjiar, IAS (Retd).

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Programme Highlights

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• Opening Address: Major General P.K. Goswami, VSM, Director, Centre for UN Studies, USI
• Keynote Address: Shri M.A.K.P Singh, Global Advisor, CyberPeace
• Special Addresses: Major Vineet Kumar, Global President, CyberPeace; Lt Gen A.K. Bhatt, Director General, Indian Space Association
• Valedictory Address: Mr Umesh Narayan Panjiar, IAS (Retd), Former Secretary, MHA, GoI
• Committee Simulations: UNGA, UNSC, UNHRC, UNOOSA, UNCSW led by student executive boards covering AI-generated cyber threats, space governance, gender violence, and peacekeeping

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Key Takeaways

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USI MUN 2.0 underscored the value of youth engagement in shaping global policy frameworks for cyberspace and space governance. Delegates debated AI ethics, digital threats, and international cooperation, translating discussions into actionable outputs, including partnerships with the Betelguese Foundation, internship opportunities, and delegate recognition. The event demonstrated how experiential learning and UN simulations can bridge technology, policy, and diplomacy.

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Conclusion

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The event reinforced the importance of youth-led dialogue in global technology governance and diplomacy. USI MUN 2.0 effectively integrated technology and policy, creating pathways for emerging leaders to influence AI and cybersecurity norms while contributing to the India-AI Impact Summit 2026. It highlighted the potential of experiential education in fostering informed, responsible, and inclusive approaches to the challenges of the digital and space domains.

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