The United Nations General Assembly Sixth Committee (also known as the Legal Committee or C6) is one of six main committees of the General Assembly of the United Nations. It deals primarily with legal matters and is the primary forum for the consideration of international law and other legal matters concerning the United Nations.
TOPIC 1: Regulation of cyber warfare
ICyberspace has emerged as a new domain of warfare, where states and non-state actors can disrupt critical infrastructure, interfere in political processes, and conduct espionage without crossing physical borders. However, international law has not fully caught up with these developments. Key questions include how principles of international humanitarian law – such as distinction, proportionality, and necessity – apply in cyber operations, and what constitutes a legitimate military target in the digital sphere. Attribution remains particularly challenging, complicating accountability and response. Delegates are expected to explore the creation of binding or non-binding norms, confidence-building measures, and mechanisms to prevent escalation while protecting civilian infrastructure and sovereignty.
TOPIC 2: AI deepfakes and information manipulation
Advances in artificial intelligence have enabled the creation of deepfakes – highly realistic but fabricated audio, video, and images – that can be used to spread misinformation, influence elections, incite violence, or damage reputations. The rapid spread of such content poses a significant threat to democratic institutions and global security. At the same time, overregulation risks infringing upon freedom of expression and innovation. Delegates must consider how to regulate AI technologies, ensure transparency and accountability of digital platforms, and enhance public resilience against disinformation, while fostering international cooperation to address cross-border information threats.
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