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We are honoured to invite to you WEXPLORE

China, an outstanding learning experience.

It offers you a complete package with the

possibility to participate both in the Asia’s

biggest Model United Nations Conference

in China and to explore China in a new way:

Learning in China, exploring China and having

fun in China!

The • 3rd international session of WE Model

United Nations – WEMUNC 2010 - in

Beijing from July 25th 2010 to July 29th

2010 (temporary).

The • WEXPLORE CHINA 2010 study tour

– from18th of July 2010 to 15th of August

2010 (temporary).

The conference itself, WEMUNC, has grown

and developed over the past 3 years into a

truly international conference, providing the

delegates with an unparalleled substantive,

social, and cultural experience. Offering

delegates the chance to debate pressing

global issues; challenging students to take

on new perspectives; and building strong

new friendships that span across the globe;

WEMUNC prepares its delegates to become the

world leaders of tomorrow. More than 2000

delegates from over 30 countries gather for 4

days of dynamic cross-cultural exchange.

The international participants of WEMUNC will

as well leave on the WEXPLORE CHINA 2010

study tour. The tour will take you to some of

the most famous historical sites in the world.

From Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an, from the Great

Wall to the Terra Cotta Warriors, from Chinese

language classes to Tai Chi and Chinese Cooking

classes – this tour is especially designed for you

to make the most out of your stay in China. You

will see wondrous places and try things you’ve

never tried before.

China is a world of fascinating contrasts—a

blending of the modern and the traditional.

Discover its culture and history, but also the

current economic and social development. This

will help you to understand the role that China is

playing in the world and will play in the future.

We are looking forward to welcoming you in

China in July and August 2010 and we hope that

this will simply be the first visit of many more to

come.

September 7, 2009

Dear Delegates and Faculty Advisors,

Sincerely,

Director of WEXPLORE China

Invitation letter 2Table of Content 3Why China? 4What can you learn? 4Introduction of the Program 5 WEMUN 5

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Over the next 20 years, Chinese cities will add more than 350 million people...

...the population of the entire United States

There will be more than 200 Chinese cities with more than a million inhabitants...

...in Europe today there are only 35 cities of that size

There will be up to 50,000 new skyscrapers... ...the equivalent of building ten New York cities

There could be up to 170 new mass transit systems...

...in Europe today there are about 70

By 2025, two-thirds of China’s citizens will live in cities...

...that’s nearly 1 billion people

China is not just a country, but it is a different world. It is wonderfully exotic, culturally enriching and

it will surely challenge the way you look at things.

History, culture and different philosophies• : China, one of the world’s most ancient civilizations,

has a recorded 5000 years of history. It is a united multi-ethnic nation of 56 ethnic groups, each of

which has their own clothing style, music, language and ways of living.

The economic and social development• : Now is the time to be in China: The economy is still

booming, despite the worldwide recession. Come and discover the entrepreneurial spirit yourself

and see the dramatic social changes that are caused by the economic development.

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Acquiring and improving your skills: During the conference you employ a variety of •

communication and critical thinking skills in order to represent the policies of your represented

country. You will also improve your cross-cultural communication skills and gain more conference

in your own abilities

Being a global citizen: Practice your international leadership, communication and teamwork skills •

and improve your knowledge about the functioning of the international society

Challenging your world view: China will be very different from your own culture. Learning how to •

adapt to a different culture and how to accept the differences will enable you to see the world in a

new way

I think it’s a fantastic opportunity for these young students to learn more about international relations.

Mr Jonathan Fritz – (Economic Councilor, US Embassy)

Introductionof the WEXPLORE China Program

The WEXPLORE-CHINA PROGRAM

consists of two parts: The WE Model

United Nations Conference (WEMUNC)

and the WEXPLORE Study Tour through

China.

The WEMUN Conference is an academic

simulation of the United Nations that

aims to educate participants about civics,

effective communication, globalization

and multilateral diplomacy. In standard

Model UN, students take on roles as

diplomats and participate in a simulated

session of an intergovernmental

organization. Participants research

a country, take on roles as diplomats,

investigate international issues, debate,

deliberate, consult, and then develop

solutions to world problems.

In order to enrich the learning experience

of the international students, we put

together the WEXPLORE-CHINA study

tour, a specially designed program for

the WEMUNC participants. It’s aiming at

providing a platform for young people

to discover China in their own way. With

a brand new concept, the tour allows

YOU to gain your own perspectives about

China. Thus, it requires your involvement,

thoughts and active participation.

The WEMUN ConferenceThe WE Model United Nations Conference

(WEMUNC) was initiated in 2007 by

WELAND International. It was the very

first international Model United Nations

conference in China. In 2008, it already

welcomed students from 27 different

countries in 23 committees.

The object of the Model United Nations

Conference is to seek, through discussion,

negotiation and debate, solutions to

the various problems of the world. The

research and preparation required, the

adoption of views and attitudes other

than their own, the involvement and

interaction with so many other young

people from around the world, all

combine to give the young people a deep

insight into the world's problems.

By given the name WE, the conferences

aim is to unite the young people all

over the world. Thus WEMUNC does not

only provide a professional educational

opportunity, but also the experience to

communicate and cooperate with young

people from different backgrounds and

cultures. During a conference, participants

must employ a variety of communication

and critical thinking skills in order to

represent the policies of their country.

As you participate

in this Model United

Nations, you will

get a taste for

the complexity of

international relations.

Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon sent the following message to WEMUNC last year:

This exercise is no empty role play. Half

the world’s population is under 25. You

are their representatives. Many of you will

move on to positions of real leadership.

All of you, by your choices as consumers,

by your decisions as voters, will assume

real power to shape and change our

world.

Hopefully your time at this Model United

Nations will help you become the models

the world needs to fulfill the ideals of this

indispensable organization.


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you to WEMUNC 2010 and will do our very

best to support you before and during

the conference, in order to make this an

unforgettable conference for you. Here some

of the most frequently asked questions and its

answers for you.

Important information for you about WEMUNC

Who will be there?

We except over a 2000 students from all over the world, between 14-25 years old, to participate •

as delegates in the conference.

Experienced MUNers and teachers will support the students throughout the conference. •

In addition, experts from Universities, government offices, UN organizations and NGOs are •

invited to present lectures on different topics.

What will I be doing?

As a delegate you will resume the role of a foreign diplomat, representing a specific country. In

addition, you will be assigned to a committee before you arrive at the conference. Each committee

is staffed by a Chair, Vice Chair, and Chief of Staff that will lead and organize the committee. Each

committee will discuss between two to three topics during the conference. Such a committee could

for example be the Human Rights Council, UNICEF, UNAIDS, etc.

Who is eligible for participation?

WEMUNC 2010 welcomes young people all over the world who posses interests in international

politics and passions for learning different cultures. Previous MUN experience is not compulsory.

Do you accept individual applicants?

Yes, individual delegates can register online. Individual will be assigned the seats in special

committees or in other school delegation.

What is the working language of WEMUNC?

English is the working language at the conference; however, Chinese committees will also be a

feature of our conference. For international delegates who apply for Chinese committees, you should

be fluent in Chinese.

With a land mass the size of Europe, China is

the third largest country in the world and is a

country like no other - the scale, the grandeur,

the history, the mystery, the people and their

ever-increasing importance in world affairs -

all offer the most fascinating and spectacular

experience. From the great contrasting cities

of Beijing and Shanghai, to the ancient history

of the Terracotta Warriors in Xian – this tour

offers you a complete CHINA experience.

WEXPLORE CHINA offers you a complete

CHINA experience:

EXPLORING• CHINA – Sightseeing, guided

tours & other attractions

HAVING FUN• IN CHINA – Outdoor, cultural

& fun activities

LEARNING• IN CHINA – Language Classes,

workshops & presentations

WEXPLORE ChinaWith a mix of different activities, the

WEXPLORE CHINA tour will not only

enable you to see, but to experience China

by yourself and discover the country in an

interactive and fun way.

WEXPLORE CHINA consists of 3 parts:

WEXPLORE Beijing• : Discover the

beautiful city of Beijing and its

historical surroundings, i.e. camping

at the Great Wall – 8 days.

WEXPLORE Shanghai• : Explore the

largest city in China with a population

of over 20 million people – 3 days.

WEXPLORE Xi’an• : Travel the ancient

city of Xi’an and discovery its terra

cotta army – 3 days.

Depending on how much time you have,

you can choose only to see Beijing, or

to add Shanghai and/or Xi’an on your

itinerary.

Further important information

Accommodation: The delegates stay in

3 & 4-star hotels. For the camping next to

the Great Wall, tents and sleeping bags

will be provided. A special opportunity is

the home-stay, where you will be able to

live in a Chinese family one night to have

a real cultural exchange experience.

Meals: The meals are included in the

program. Most of them are organized

in advanced, others you will be able to

select by yourself in smaller travel groups.

For this you will receive a daily budget,

except for the last day that is reserved for

shopping.

Example WEXPLORE agenda – The Second Day in Beijing

8.00-9.00 Wake up call, breakfast in •

the 4 star hotel

9.30-11.00 • Chinese language class –

3 different levels depending on your

previous knowledge

11.00 – 12.30 • Cycling in the ancient

Chinese residence “Hutong” with

a tour guide – Visit old houses, learn

how to make dumplings and have

lunch in a traditional surrounding

12.30 – 14.30 Lunch break•

14.30-17.00 • Visit the forbidden

City with a tour guide - the former

imperial palace

18.00 – 20.00 Beijing Hot Pot Dinner•

Home Stay in a Chinese Family•


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WEXPLORE – BEIJING PROGRAM1st Round: 18.7.2010 - 25.7.2010 temporary2nd Round: 29.7.2010 - 15.8.2010 temporary

Facts & figures:

Beijing is the • second biggest city of China

and it was the Olympic city in 2008.

Population• : 10.6 Million

Beijing is the political, cultural and •

educational nerve center of China.

EXPLORING CHINA - Sightseeing activities:

Visit the • Tiananmen Square

See the Olympic • Bird Nest

Discover the • forbidden city

Camp at the • Great Wall

See the • summer palace

HAVING FUN IN CHINA - Outdoor & fun activities:

Cycling• in the Chinese ancient residence

Hutong

Team challenge• in Beijing City – Treasure

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Chinese • Kongfu lessons

Learn how to make • dumplings

Sales experience• in China – Bargaining at

a local market

Village• visit

Open fire at night and • camping at the

foot of the Great Wall

Tea• tasting at a Chinese tea house

Shopping day•

Chinese • acrobatic show

LEARNING IN CHINA - Workshops & classes:

Chinese language classes• every day

Chinese • culture presentation

Chinese • Economic Development class

Chinese • business workshop

WEXPLORE – SHANGHAI PROGRAM1st Round: 29.7.2010 - 6.8.2010 temporary2nd Round: 29.7.2010 - 15.8.2010 temporary

Facts & figures:

Shanghai is the • largest city of the People's

Republic of China and the eighth largest

city in the world.

Population• : 14.6 Million

Shanghai serves as one of the most •

important cultural, commercial, financial,

industrial and communications centres

of China.


Sightseeing tour• in Shanghai

Boat trip• around the bund


Visit the Shanghai • EXPO 2010

Learn how to • cook Chinese food


Visit the • urban planning centre to learn

about Shanghai’s development

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WEXPLORE - XI’AN PROGRAM1st Round: 29.7.2010 - 6.8.2010 temporary2nd Round: 29.7.2010 - 15.8.2010 temporary

Facts & figures:

Xi'an (xian) is the • most historic city in

China.

Population• : 7.7 million

In • ancient time, Xi’an was always the

political centre of China. More than

12 Chinese ancient dynasties set Xi’an

as their capital.


Terracotta Warriors•

Drump Tower•

Buddhist Temple• and Tower – the

Xi’an Museum


Biking on the city wall• – the most

complete city wall in China

Special • Chinese performance

KTV – surprise • party


Tai Chi• lessons

Making • Chinese noodles and

dumplings

In a very short time I discovered so much about China in a very interactive and fun way. I really got a good understanding of the culture and its people. I would recommend this tour to anyone who really wants to experience China.

Nicole William Horlic High School, US

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WEMUNC FEES USD EURO

School application fee per delegation* 200 140

Participation fee per delegate (coming with a delegation)

(excluding accommodation, excluding transportation, excluding meals)280 190

Or

Participation fee per delegate including service (coming with a delegation)

(including accommodation, excluding transportation, excluding meals)420 290

Participation fee per individual delegation (coming without a delegation)

(excluding accommodation, excluding transportation, excluding meals)300 205

Or

Participation fee per individual delegate including service (coming without a

delegation)(including accommodation, excluding transportation, excluding meals)

440 300

Transportation service (Airport Pick-up and Send-off – both ways) 40 28

Packages for WEMUNC + WEXPLORE USD EURO

WE Model UN Conference Participation fee including accommodation+ WEXPLORE Beijing **

1580 1080

WE Model UN Conference Participation fee including accommodation+ WEXPLORE Beijing, Shanghai **

2200 1510

WE Model UN Conference Participation fee including accommodation+ WEXPLORE Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an **

2500 1715

Price for package includes Price for package excludes

WEMUN • Conference FeeAir tickets• from Beijing-Shanghai, Xi’an-BeijingOvernight train• ticket from Shanghai-Xi’anThree & Four star hotels• in Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an, one overnight stay on the train All the meals• listed in the itineraryEntrance fees• for all sites mentioned in the itineraryMineral water• supply everyday

International flight• VISA fee• Meals during the conference• (you will be able to eat with around 5USD/3.50 EURO a day)Travel Insurance,• pls. make sure that you have bought your insurance before you come to China

* One delegation consists of at least 6-7 students; the cost for the teacher is included in this fee and

he/she is therefore participating for free

** Per six/seven students, one professor is covered and therefore participating for free at both

WEMUNC and WEXPLORE.

Registration

Please register under • http://www.wemunc.org

The confirmation of the school that they will participate with a delegation has to be sent until the 31• st of December 2009.

The delegates themselves have to register until latest the 28• th of February 2010.

The earlier you register, the better!

Payment

School Application Fee• for WEMUNC 2010 must be paid before February 28th, 2010. The remainder of the fees must be paid before

April 1st, 2010.

No refund will be made for participants or chaperones who, for any reason, inform the WEMUNC Office after July 1st, 2010 of a •

decision not to attend WEMUNC.

If you pay before December 31st 2009, we will offer you a free airport pick-up and send-off service and we will be able to guarantee

you a good country assignment as well.

WELAND International

Room 1115, Zuo An Gong She, Bei Si Huan Xi Lu No.68, •

Haidian District, Beijing, P.R. China, 100080

TEL. +86-10-62636880 FAX. +86-10-82626361•

Email. • [email protected] www.wemunc.org

Sara Enstedt (安莎莎)Head of Europe, WELAND International

Mobile: +41-764887273

Fax: +86-10-82626361

Email: [email protected]

Yichan Yuan (袁乙婵)Director of International expansion, WELAND International

Mobile: +86-13488696159

Fax: +86-10-82626361

Email: [email protected]

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