Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation
Committee Topic
Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovation to Combat Transnational Crime and Protect Critical Infrastructure in OIC Member States
Committee Overview
In this simulation, delegates explore the opportunities and risks of technology in security contexts — from data and digital tools to the protection of energy, communications, and transport networks.
The committee is asked to propose cooperative approaches to capacity-building, research, and innovation that remain responsible, inclusive, and respectful of rights.
Critical infrastructure such as power, water, communications, and financial systems is increasingly connected, which brings efficiency but can also create new vulnerabilities. Transnational criminal networks may exploit gaps in digital security and cross-border coordination.
Delegates should research capacity gaps in science and technology across member states, the role of education and research institutions, and how cooperation can improve resilience without widening digital divides.
Focus Areas
Protecting energy, communications, water, transport, and financial systems.
Building secure digital systems and the skills needed to maintain them.
Scientific cooperation, research capacity, and responsible innovation.
Education, training, and technology transfer between member states.
Guiding Questions
Use these questions to focus your research and shape your member state’s position.
How can scientific and technological cooperation strengthen responses to transnational crime?
What measures would best protect critical infrastructure across member states with different capacities?
How can member states expand technical skills and research capacity without widening digital divides?
What safeguards are needed so security technologies respect privacy and human rights?
How can cooperation be sustained through shared institutions, funding, or knowledge networks?
Committee assignment
Delegates do not select their committee during application. Committee assignments are determined by the SLMOIC organizing team.
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