Hello delegates, and welcome to PANAMUN’s XXXIV! My name is Sofia Magaña, and I’m honored to be your chair this year as part of the Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC). I’m currently a junior in the International School of Panama, where I have studied since the 4th grade. I was born in the United States; however, I spent most of my childhood in Honduras before moving to Panama. I began my MUN journey in the 5th grade, where I talked about sustainability as the delegate of Japan. I would then go on to participate in four MUN conferences: three PANAMUN and one METMUN. During this time, I honed important skills such as diplomacy, argumentation, and most importantly, a love for debate! Outside of MUN, I enjoy reading, writing, drawing, singing, and playing the piano. While debate may seem daunting at first, you will come to see how incredibly rewarding it is. As your chair, I am always available to support you with any questions or concerns. I look forward to a productive and engaging conference with all of you.