Combating information technology crimes

Italy supports the work done in Resolution 57/239 in the creation of a global culture of cyber security. We believe that it is imperative to join in securing the uses of information technology including emergency warning networks regarding cyber-vulnerabilities (A/C.2/58/L.19). We believe that the creation of common information technology standards as an important step to achieving this. We continue to support the work of Intellectual Property digital Libraries including WIPOnet and believe that they will be of great importance to developing countries in protecting their rights as well as the rest of the international community. We encourage and practice the creating of stronger legal measures to aid in preventing piracy and counterfeiting of Information Technology. We continue to support previous agreements such as TRIPS and the Doha Declaration and look to creating enforceable regulations that will benefit the entire intellectual community. We support A/c.3/56/15, where Information Technology has quickly grown we need to have effective crime prevention that can grow with it.
—Samantha Brinkman, Wright State University, 2004.

Patent protection and access to pharmaceuticals

Italy believes that states should pursue policy, in accordance with international law that will provide sufficient amount of critical medicines and medical technology to all states without discrimination. Recalling 98/44/EEC, we support the patent protection of pharmaceuticals and believe that it becomes even more essential as developing countries enter further and further into the field. In support of WIPO/ECTK/SOF/01/2.5, we believe that harmonization of intellectual property and pharmaceuticals should not be only an obligation of the European Union Treaty but advantageous for all states. Documents such as the Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property (TRIPS) and the Doha Decoration are good starting points for creating effective law. We support E/CN.4/L.48, in the context of access to medication of pandemics such as aids and believe patent protection falls short of the value of human life. E/CN.4/2003/L.33.
—Samantha Brinkman, Wright State University, 2004.

Genetic modification and intellectual property rights

We continue to support the International Convention for the protection of new varieties of plants and believe that patent protections are necessary in protecting the rights of the developers and breeders. We support the document WIPO/GRTKF/IC/2/3 where stated that simplicity, flexibility needs implemented so that practices can be available to all stakeholders and can be applied to diverse genetic resource transfers. We would like to see a common language developed that is free from ambiguity to provide a clear definition. In reference to WIPO/GRTKF/IC/5/INF/2, Italy firmly supports regulations to prohibit access to genetically modified organisms for the development of chemical or biological weapons.
—Samantha Brinkman, Wright State University, 2004.

Nuclear free zones

Recalling Article I of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Republic of Italy commends the international community and expresses its appreciation for steps taken toward the abolition of nuclear weapons. Italy recognizes the establishment of Nuclear-Free Zones as codified in Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones–Challenges and Opportunities (1999) as confidence and peace building measures crucial for maintaining international security, and proudly notes the declaration that five of our Northern states are NWFZs. We reaffirm the Antarctic Treaty and Article IV of the Outer Space Treaty, declaring the respective regions to be Nuclear Weapons Free Zones (NWFZs). We also draw attention to the Treaty on the Prohibition of the Emplacement of Nuclear Weapons and of Other Weapons of Mass Destruction on the Sea-Bed and the Ocean Floor and in the Subsoil Thereof, particularly Article I declaring the sea-bed as a NWFZ. Taking note of A/RES/58/34, Italy recognizes the importance of the creation of a NWFZ in the Middle East and cordially invites countries to take action in furtherance of this goal. We urge signatory states of the aforementioned treaties to abide by the agreements they entered into voluntarily for the stability and peace of the international community.
—James Knupp, Wright State University, 2004.

The struggle against terrorism and its implications for human rights

Cognizant of Article I of the Charter of the United Nations, Italy reminds the global community that terrorism is an issue to be resolved within the construct of the United Nations. Recalling Article XIX of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, we recognize and respect inherent rights given to humans. However, guided by Article XX, we emphasis the distinction that must be drawn between peaceful assembly and association and terrorist organizations. To that end, Italy recognizes the complexity of addressing terrorism without infringing on Human Rights. Cognizant of A/RES/56/160 and A/RES/52/133, we reaffirm that terrorism, itself, leads to the destruction of human rights. Emphasizing the importance of A/RES/57/219, we firmly believe that actions of countering terrorism and the adherence to international human rights can coexist. We encourage all member states to work regionally and international toward the eradication of terrorist organizations, but stress that this must be accomplished through means that do not violate international human rights laws.
—James Knupp, Wright State University, 2004.

The effect of HIV/AIDS on peace and security

Recalling the Millennium Development Goals, Italy reaffirms its support for fighting the spread of the Human Immuno Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immuno-Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic, noting our past donations to the Global AIDS Fund. Recalling Articles LXVIII and LXIX of the Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS, we urge the international community to alleviate social and economic strains produced by the effects of HIV/AIDS, emphasized as being relief through sustainable development. Italy also supports Access to Medication in the Context of Pandemics such as HIV/AIDS (2001) as a means to alleviate economic issues presented by HIV/AIDS. Italy further encourages states to increase funding spent on HIV/AIDS in developing and transitional states, increase in public funds made available to the research and development of vaccines to the disease, and to establish workplace policies and programs aimed at eradicating discrimination of HIV/AIDS infected persons. Recalling HIV/AIDS, Human Rights & Law (2003), we strongly support the Twelve Guidelines for Country Level Action.
—James Knupp, Wright State University, 2004.

Rights of female refugees

Recalling the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), the Republic of Italy recognizes the important role of women in conflict resolution and the protection of human rights, as realized within S/RES/1296 and S/RES/1323 We emphasize the importance of international cooperation and call upon all Member States to support projects and legislation regarding these issues. Italy remains actively dedicated to the technical cooperation programs by supporting A/RES/52/111 and the World Conference against Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance and supports the specific concerns of UNHCR Executive Committee No. 39, No. 54, No. 60, No. 64, No. 73, and No. 98, regarding refugee women. Active in curtailing sexual violence towards migrants, Italy is making tangible contributions through initiatives and projects in the native countries of refugees focusing the concerns of children and adolescents on gender issues. Recognizing the global significance of monitoring this issue, Italy beseeches the continued contribution of legislation and financing from all Member States in accordance with the UNHCR Guidelines on the Protection of Refugee Women in order to further develop and pursue the fundamental human rights reaffirmed by the Charter.
—Samantha Hundt, Wright State University, 2004.

Right to decent standard of living

Recalling the Millennium Declaration, and the Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, Italy notes the importance of implementing multilateral development programs into foreign policy and therefore, following A/RES/50.108, Italy continues to make contributions to programs toward the improvement of standards of living and encourages all Member States to offer similar assistance. In accordance with 2000/78/EC, we recognize that a high level of employment, devoid of discrimination, coincides with a country’s standard of living, and therefore we encourage all member states to recognize the issues put forth by the World Conference against Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance and CEDAW in enacting legislation to promote equal opportunity employment. Italy further recalls A/RES/50/130 and A/RES/51/172 in noting the importance of the transfer of technology to developing countries in increasing the standard of living, and encourages the international community to assist in the introduction of technology and innovations into the developing world. Accordingly, Italy highlights the importance of increasing the public knowledge of disparities in development, and encourages all Member States to assist in this education process.
—Samantha Hundt, Wright State University, 2004.

Food security through international co-operation

Citing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Millennium Declaration, Italy acknowledges the importance of achieving food security within the international community. In contributing to agriculture programs in such regions as Afghanistan and Cuban, we recognize the connection between hunger and conflict reported in E/CN.4/2002/58. In accordance with the European Union, Italy recalls A/RES/50/156 and A/RES/49/103 in affirming the continued food security issues in rural and desert areas. We proclaim the elimination of gender disparities in developing regions as a prerequisite to providing complete food security, as stated in A/RES/56/129 and A/RES/56/188. As headquarter for several international food assistance organizations, Italy implores all Member States to unite in the common goal to halve the percentage of the international population suffering from hunger.
—Samantha Hundt, Wright State University, 2004.

Disclaimer: The content provided on this page represents student scholarship pertaining to the individual's participation in the Dayton Model United Nations Conference (DAYMUNC) and should NOT be construed as the official policy of any sovereign state or nongovernmental organization.