Honorable Chairs, Delegates, Faculty, Guests, and Supporting members, 

My name is Mirabel Lee, and I am one of your secretary generals for ASIJMUN 2026. I grew up in New York until around middle school, and now I am a senior at ASIJ. I began my Model United Nations journey in 7th grade. I have had so much fun traveling and meeting new people from many parts of the world while discussing the world's most prevalent issues. 

MUN is so much more than just a competition. One of the most difficult yet incredible parts of MUN to me is being able to put myself in another country's shoes--another perspective on a global issue that might not be my own--and, as a result, gain a better understanding of why their beliefs differ from mine. 

I would like to thank everyone for their hard work, and I hope that in these upcoming 3 days, you will not only create outstanding speeches/POIs, capture outstanding footage, or successfully pass notes from one delegate to another, but also create lasting memories, new friendships, and, for those of you visiting Tokyo, get to see explore the city! 

Please email me at 26leem@asij.ac.jp if you need anything at any time! 

See you soon!

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Honorable chairs, esteemed delegates, faculty, guests, and supporting members,

My name is Koyo Odagiri, and it is my honor to serve alongside Mirabel as one of your ASIJMUN VI secretary generals. 

I started my Model UN journey in the middle school program, and MUN has been a huge part of my life ever since. I’m so very grateful for the skills it’s taught me as well as the opportunities and friendships it has brought to me from across the world. 

I truly believe that what makes an MUN conference special isn’t the number of POIs asked or speeches given–but instead, the small moments of joy and laughter, the little smirks and subtle looks exchanged between delegates when someone stands for a right to reply, and the memories and new connections that are taken out of it for years to follow. It is my sincere hope that you walk away from this conference having felt fulfilled, energized, and inspired by one another, with new insight into how collaboration can progress our world, making it a better place for us all. 

I so look forward to meeting each and every one of you in April. Between now and then, if any questions or concerns arise, please don’t hesitate to reach out at 27odagirik@asij.ac.jp. 

Best of luck and safe travels to ASIJ!