"As a student majoring in electronic information science and technology, the Model UN opened a window for me to see the world beyond formulas and experiments," said Tang Xuchang, a postgraduate student at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU).

"It exposed me to global affairs, human concerns, and international governance, allowing me to understand the world through a broader and more diverse lens," he added.

From Oct 16 to 19, Tang, dressed in a suit and tie, joined over 400 delegates from more than 100 universities across China for days of intense diplomacy.

Hosted by the United Nations Association of China and organized by SJTU, the 21st China National Model United Nations Conference (CNMUN) offered students a realistic platform to explore global governance and the art of negotiation.

This year's conference simulated six UN committees, addressing key global issues such as artificial intelligence and international security, multilateral trade, the right to development, the Palestine-Israel issue, energy transition, and cybersecurity governance.