Overview
This is a double-delegate committee.
The 6th Committee of the General Assembly, also known as Legal, is a subcommittee of the General Assembly dedicated to discussion of international legal matters. The committee focuses on providing legal frameworks for UN agendas and developing and codifying international law. In this committee, delegates will work together to create a legal framework to further regulate and define the developing tactic of cyberwarfare, focusing particularly on state-sponsored cyberterrorism. Additionally, this committee will also have the opportunity to review the ethics of autonomous weapons and discuss the ethical and legal questions surrounding their integration into modern warfare. Delegates must collaborate to define and codify clear boundaries that will help modernize international law.
Topic 1: Defining and Regulating Cyber Warfare
The first topic that will be discussed is cyber warfare, the act of targeting online information systems in a cyberattack for strategic or military purposes. Cyberwarfare is rapidly developing as states invest more into it and as technology develops, such as artificial intelligence, and it is up to the legal committee to establish a more solid definition of cyberwarfare and implement regulations. Cyberwarfare has legitimate military purposes that many states take advantage of, but oftentimes it can be used to target civilian infrastructure in a way that violates human rights treaties. Additionally, cyberwarfare is not clearly defined and must be made less vague in order to implement any successful regulations. Many third parties have attempted to do just this, such as the Tallinn Manual, but these have been controversial and non-binding, so delegates will need to be thorough and skeptical when proposing solutions to this topic.
Topic 2: Ethics of Autonomous Weapons
The second topic will be the ethics of Autonomous Weapons Systems (AWS). Autonomous Weapons Systems are systems that can select and engage targets without human intervention, using sensors and algorithms to identify and engage targets independently. This includes weapons like landmines, missile defense systems, and autonomous drones. Many of these systems have been in use for decades, but the development of AI creates the possibility of more AWS being widely used, creating a need for a true definition of AWS and comprehensive regulations. There is currently no established definition for AWS, and there is debate on ethics of the system, as many call AWS “killer robots” and violate human dignity, while many proponents of AWS claim that autonomy is a natural development in warfare and is necessary in order to carry out large scale operations for security purposes. Delegates will balance these two views and create definitive definitions of AWS and come to a consensus on the ethical implications of these weapons.
The Dais
Sarah Ahuja - Chair
Sarah Ahuja (she/her) is a sophomore at Boston University studying Finance and Accounting with a minor in Philosophy. Hailing from Surat, India, she is excited to serve as the Chair for the Sixth Committee of the General Assembly (GA Legal Committee) at BosMUN 2026.
This is Sarah's second year with BosMUN, having previously served as a Vice Chair. She values the BosMUN community for fostering growth, support, and engaging discussions. Outside of her studies, she is actively involved as the Operations Chair for the Student Alumni Association and is a member of Delta Sigma Pi. In her free time, Sarah enjoys playing sports, exploring Boston's diverse food scene, and putting together new outfits.
This year, the committee will focus on two pressing issues: defining and regulating cyber warfare and examining the ethics of Autonomous Weapons Systems. Sarah encourages all delegates, regardless of experience, to come prepared and engage deeply, and she is committed to supporting them throughout the conference.
Contact: ahujsar@bu.edu
Clara Flores - Vice Chair
Clara Flores (she/her) is a sophomore International Relations student at Boston University and is excited to serve as a Vice Chair for BosMUN 2026. Originally from the Bay Area, she transferred from George Washington University this fall and is an active member of the BU Model UN team.
Clara brings experience from previously chairing high school and middle school conferences and serving as a delegate in the General Assembly. She looks forward to helping delegates step into their most confident and knowledgeable selves during the committee. Outside of MUN, Clara is an avid cook who enjoys trying new recipes, informed by her unique Japanese-Peruvian background. She also loves Boston’s café culture for finding cozy study spaces and listening to or playing a wide variety of music, from Italian rock to Japanese hyperpop.
She encourages delegates to submit creative, well-researched solutions that respectfully balance technological innovation and regulation. Her goal is to ensure BosMUN remains a positive, fun, and collaborative learning environment.
Contact: clarafl@bu.edu
Samuel Hutauruk - Vice Chair
Samuel Hutauruk (he/him) is a sophomore at Boston University, majoring in International Relations and minoring in Business Administration and Management. Originally from Jakarta, Indonesia, he is delighted to serve as a Vice Chair for BosMUN!
An active member of the MUN@BU Cut Team, Samuel transferred to BU last fall, bringing prior MUN training experience. His professional interests include foreign direct investment, stemming from his internship at the Indonesian Investment Promotion Center, and transnational crime, which he will explore during an upcoming summer internship with the Indonesian national police division, NCB Interpol.
Outside of academics, Samuel is a passionate hiker in the Boston University Outing Club. He enjoys brewing coffee, practicing film photography, and playing his electric guitar. He is also an ardent fan of college hockey and the band Oasis. He looks forward to building connections and fostering fun, insightful discussions in the committee, encouraging delegates to think broadly about international order and safety.
Contact: samhut@bu.edu
Tia Rifai
Tia Rifai (she/her) is a junior at Boston University majoring in Political Science, a field she chose largely due to the profound impact Model United Nations has had on her since she joined in seventh grade. She is grateful to serve as a Vice Chair for the Legal Committee at BosMUN XXV.
Model UN has consistently shaped her academic interests, goals, and perspective on global issues. She is excited to bring that enthusiasm to the committee alongside the Chair and her fellow Vice Chairs.
Outside of MUN, Tia enjoys baking, traveling, and learning about diverse cultures. These personal interests align with what she values most about the MUN experience: meeting people from varied backgrounds and engaging with issues that extend beyond the classroom.
Tia encourages delegates to approach the committee with curiosity, professionalism, and an openness to challenge themselves. She hopes every delegate leaves the conference proud of the growth and invaluable skills they have achieved over the weekend.
Contact: tiarifai@bu.edu