Topic Summary

As far as the committee is concerned, ECOFIN stands at the forefront of global economic discourse within the United Nations and is tasked with addressing pressing financial and developmental challenges confronting nations worldwide. With a focus on fostering sustainable economic growth, promoting international trade, and advancing financial stability, ECOFIN serves as a vital platform for delegates to engage in multifaceted discussions.

Director’s Letter

Hi everyone!

My name is Abdullah Shahid Sial, and I am from Lahore, Pakistan. By the time you see this, I will (hopefully) be a sophomore at the College. I am planning to pursue (also hopefully) a double concentration in Economics and Applied Mathematics with a focus in Physics. I am as excited as one can be to serve as the Director for HNMUN’s Economic and Financial Committee!

Back in high school, I used to compete in the Pakistani circuit but unlike many of my peers here at Harvard, I do not compete in Model UN conferences at college. After serving as the Assistant Director at HNMUN 2024, I will direct two committees in HMUN and HNMUN in 2025. Apart from this, I am involved with the Harvard Undergraduate Robotics Club (HURC) and an organizer for Pakistan Trek by HCPSA. I also enjoy playing for the Harvard Cricket Club (I can talk about cricket all day!)

I am an extremely flexible Director and will be more than happy to make life as easy for you as possible while still protecting the integrity of the conference. My focus will be more on the quality of debate, the level of engagement with other delegates, and evolution of discussion. Personally, I am really passionate about learning how modern society will end up dealing with rising unemployment rates coupled with high rates of adoption of automation in various sectors of the economy. 

I am looking forward to seeing everyone soon! In the meantime, if you have any questions, feel free to direct them at me.

Regards,

Abdullah Shahid Sial 

Director, Economic and Financial Committee