ABOUT THIS COMMITTEE
The Mediterranean and East African Coastal Alliance encompasses the rich cultures and
states along the Mediterranean Sea and the East African coast, including the Ottoman Empire and key coastal city-states like Cairo, Aleppo, Kilwa, and Mogadishu. Goods from East Africa, like ivory and gold, were in high demand in both Asian and Mediterranean markets. This geopolitical area was key in trading Middle Eastern and Asian goods to Europe. East African states often formed alliances with traders and empires in the region, including the Ottomans and Arabian merchants, to enhance their trade positions and protect their interests from rivals.
The Silk Road was crucial in connecting the Mediterranean states and East Africa, facilitating trade and cultural exchanges, and diplomatic relations. This interconnectedness shaped the economic and cultural landscapes of these regions, influencing their development throughout history. Delegates will address the challenges and opportunities of trade, security, and cultural exchange in this strategically significant region while focusing on enhancing maritime trade networks, protecting against piracy, and fostering diplomatic ties that enhance regional stability and economic prosperity.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Canan Berra Coskun
Crisis Director
Kaitlyn Maloy
Assistant Crisis Director
Saanvi Arora
Head Chair
Deputy Chair
your Under-Secretary-General:
Maggie Jenkins (she/her)
Maggie is a junior majoring in Business Administration and Public Policy. She started participating in Model UN during her freshman year of high school. Since then, she has competed in many different GAs and crisis-style committees. As a UNC student, she has served as both a Chair and Crisis Director for conferences hosted on campus. Outside the committee room, she enjoys spending time on the quad with friends, listening to podcasts, and going to concerts. Maggie is very excited about UNCMUNC XV and looking forward to making this the best one yet!