In alphabetical order of country names, every delegation will be given a set amount of time to give an introductory speech. In practice, Opening Speeches often last 60 seconds per delegate, and are used for the following purposes:

• Giving a good first impression
• Stating their country’s stance on the issue
• Introducing original solutions to the issue

Opening Speeches are usually scripted before the conference even starts. They are usually not used to rebut another delegate’s Opening Speech.

Note-passing is not allowed during Opening Speeches. Delegates typically use this time to write their notes before handing over a whole stack of notes to the poor note-passer once the Opening Speeches are done.

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