The "Peace · Intelligence · Development" 2026 Northeast China Universities Model United Nations (UN) Conference was held at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) from March 20 to 22.
Liu Zhixian, former executive vice-president and secretary-general of the United Nations Association of China, and Gao Haibo, an assistant to the president at HIT, delivered remarks at the opening ceremony.
The conference session. [Photo/hit.edu.cn]
Liu noted that by hosting a model UN conference, HIT helps young people become familiar with international procedures, strengthen their diplomatic skills, and develop both a sense of social responsibility and global competence. He encouraged students to translate knowledge into practical skills, contribute thoughtful perspectives to global peace and development, support the continued progress of human society, and foster greater exchange among civilizations.
Liu Zhixian delivers a speech. [Photo/hit.edu.cn]
Gao said that the model UN provides an important platform for students to better understand and engage with the world. He encouraged participants to broaden their perspectives and strengthen their abilities, so that they can present China's perspectives and contribute their insights on the global stage in the future.
The model UN Conference has grown into an influential regional platform for academic exchange among young people, with HIT having long been committed to international education, focusing on developing top talent with a global outlook and strong innovative capacity.
Gao Haibo delivers a speech. [Photo/hit.edu.cn]
Liu and Song Langrun, a 2022 doctoral student from the School of Environment who previously interned with the science sector of the UNESCO East Africa Regional Office, delivered lectures titled International Negotiation: Strategies and Techniques and UN Internship Experiences and Working in Multicultural Environments, respectively.
More than 180 teachers and students from 37 institutions across the country participated in the conference, which established its own World Trade Organization, Crisis Coordination Committee, UNESCO, United Nations Economic and Social Council, and Main Press Center, discussing trade and tariff coordination for AI hardware and software.
Editors: Shang Yankai, Yang Wenyu
Reviewed by: Song Ling, Li Shoubin