Mod Topic 1: Deliberation on women and children as

undocumented migrants with special emphasis on their

exploitation across borders
Honorable Chair, esteemed delegates,
The United Arab Emirates stands firm in its commitment to protect
women and children, especially undocumented migrants, from
exploitation and human trafficking. Our legal framework emphasizes
victim protection, with measures such as private interviews, free
legal counseling, and safe transport to court hearings. In 2022, our
Witness Protection Program allowed 49 victims to testify safely. We
also prioritize prevention through the National Committee to Combat
Human Trafficking, which allocated 4.2 million AED and conducted
over 485,000 inspections in 2022. Furthermore, our Wage Protection
System resolved over 46,000 wage theft cases, and strict regulations
led to the closure of 84 non-compliant recruitment agencies. The
UAE calls on nations to strengthen cross-border collaboration to end
trafficking networks and protect the most vulnerable.
Thank you.

Mod Topic 2: Deliberation on the Deportation and

Refoulement of vulnerable migrants

Honourable Chair, esteemed delegates,

The UAE stresses the critical need to protect vulnerable migrants,
especially during deportations. The 1951 Refugee Convention is clear:
no individual should be returned to face threats to life or freedom.
Yet, deporting HIV-positive individuals disrupts life-saving
antiretroviral treatment, leading to severe health deterioration, even
death. This not only violates their right to health but also endangers
global public health by risking the spread of drug-resistant HIV
strains.
We urge states to collaborate with international bodies, ensuring
standardized HIV treatment across borders. Cross-border healthcare
frameworks, medical record transfers, and reception centers in origin
countries are essential to guaranteeing continuous care for
deportees.
Together, we must uphold human dignity and health, preventing
deportation from becoming a death sentence.
Thank you.

Mod Topic 3: Deliberation on the Role of

Technology in Aiding Migrants
Distinguished Chair, esteemed delegates,
The UAE, home to the largest per-capita migrant population, with
90% of its workforce foreign, is a leader in migration governance
through technology. The Abu Dhabi Dialogue unites 16 Asian
countries, promoting tech-driven labor regulation. Initiatives like
NOW Money empower low-income workers to send remittances,
adding to the $44 billion transferred by GCC migrants. The UAE Pass
app grants easier access to essential services.
Yet, significant human rights challenges persist. The UAE lacks
democratic institutions, and freedom of speech remains tightly
controlled. Migrant exploitation through centers like Tadbeer
continues, with over 1.5 million workers affected by labor abuses.
Subcontractors also undermine labor rights, harming the UAE’s
reputation.
While technology drives progress, addressing human rights violations
is crucial for true reform.
Thank you.

Mod Topic 4: Deliberation on the use of human

rights as political tools in global politics, with an
emphasis on keeping Humanitarian aid for
refugees separate from politics

Honorable Chair, Distinguished Delegates,

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) stands at a crossroads regarding
migration, human rights, and climate justice. While the UAE invests in
portraying itself as a progressive nation, the reality reveals ongoing
human rights abuses.
As of March 2023, over 51 prisoners from the unjust “UAE94” mass
trial remain incarcerated beyond their completed sentences, charged
under vague counterterrorism laws for exercising their rights to free
expression and association. Furthermore, the UAE employs advanced
surveillance technologies that violate citizens’ rights to privacy and
free speech, silencing dissent.
Migrant workers, who make up 88% of the UAE's population, face
exploitation under the kafala system, which ties their visas to
employers, making them vulnerable to forced labor and wage theft.
Extreme heat exposure has led to severe health risks, including heat-
related deaths.
Despite these challenges, the UAE hosted COP28, using the platform
to present itself as an environmental leader while expanding fossil
fuel operations. This expansion not only contributes to toxic air
pollution but also undermines global climate efforts,
disproportionately impacting migrant workers from vulnerable
regions.
As we deliberate on technology's role in aiding migrants, let us
demand accountability from the UAE. It must prioritize human rights
and implement policies that respect the dignity of all individuals,
especially the most marginalized.
Thank you.

Mod Topic 5: Deliberation on the responsibility of

developed Nation for the rise in refugees in the
global west with emphasis on reparation for crisis
affected nations
Distinguished Chair, esteemed delegates,
The UAE leads in migration governance, using technology to enhance
migrant lives. With 90% of our workforce being foreign, we
continuously innovate. The Abu Dhabi Dialogue brought together 16
Asian nations to explore tech-based labor regulation. Initiatives like
NOW Money allow low-income migrants to transfer money securely,
contributing to the $44 billion in remittances sent from the GCC. The
UAE Pass simplifies access to government services.
Yet, significant human rights challenges persist. There are no
democratic institutions, over 100 activists are detained for dissent,
and freedom of expression is heavily censored. Reports of forced
labor affect 1.5 million workers. Non-state actors like Tadbeer centres
and subcontracting companies exploit migrants, harming the UAE's
global image.
While we leverage technology for migrant welfare, addressing these
rights issues is vital for a fairer future.
Thank you.

Mod Topic 6: UAE stance on Deliberation on the

economic contribution of immigrants to host
countries with emphasis on long term implications
of legal and illegal immigration
Honourable Chair, Esteemed Delegates,
The UAE proudly supports over 7.8 million migrants, nearly 90% of
our workforce, contributing to sectors like construction, healthcare,
and innovation. Through reforms such as the Kafala system and wage
protection measures, we align with the UN Convention on Migrant
Workers, while reducing irregular migration to safeguard our
economy and society.
However, we cannot overlook regional crises. The Israel-Palestine
conflict has claimed over 21,000 Gazan lives, mostly civilians, while
Hamas targets Israeli civilians. The UAE, having donated millions in
aid, calls for a ceasefire and respect for international law. Across
Yemen, Syria, and Libya, over 15 million people are displaced, with
conflicts worsened by climate disasters like Storm Daniel in Libya.
Hosting COP28, the UAE leads efforts to address these environmental
challenges.
Let’s unite for a future defined by peace, dignity, and human rights.
Thank you.
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- Shah, Nasra, and Philippe Fargues. *The Socio-economic Impacts of
GCC Migration*. Cambridge: Gulf Research Centre, 2013.
- Human Rights Watch. *Slow Reform: Protection of Migrant
Domestic Workers in Asia and the Middle East*. New York: Human
Rights Watch, 2010.
- United Nations. *Total Migrant Stock at Mid-Year by Origin and
Destination*. United Nations Department of Economic and Social
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- Al Awad, Mouawiya. *The Cost of Foreign Labor in the United Arab
Emirates*. Institute for Social & Economic Research, Zayed University,
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- Human Rights Watch. *Migrant Worker Abuses in the UAE and
COP28*. 2023.

The UAE has taken several measures to address the issues faced by
migrant workers and refugees:
1. Financial support for Syrian refugees: The UAE has pledged over
$530 million in support of Syrian refugees since 2012. In 2015,
the UAE pledged $100 million to support Syrian refugees. 1
2. Regulatory reforms: The UAE has implemented a series of
measures to protect migrant workers, including the obligation
for employers to inform workers about work conditions before
they leave their home countries. 2
3. Addressing climate-related risks: The UAE has recognized the
escalating climate risks faced by migrant workers, especially
those working in extreme heat without adequate protections.
The government has been working to address these broader
climate-related harms. 3
 4. Improving labor laws: Amnesty International has reported that
the UAE has required all private sector workers to pay into a
national unemployment program, which aims to provide better
social protection for migrant workers. 4
Addressing human rights concerns: The UAE has faced criticism over
human rights issues, including capital punishment, restrictions on
freedom of speech and association, and reports of forced
disappearances and torture. The government has taken some steps
to address these concerns.