The General Assembly recently received a complaint and discovered that a leading South Korean university launched a human cloning program. The information was collected by a Philippines operative and was found to be highly "Top Secret". This program identified many purposes, but the paperwork was damaged in the mission and information was lost. The complaint came from a dignitary representing the Philippines, who sent a letter to the South Korean government demanding the government to order the immediate termination of that program or else the Philippines would take this case to the International Court of Justice Can the Philippines succeed?The United Nations Declaration has on its agenda the issue of Human Cloning by which Member States will be called on to vote., Should they vote and declare a prohibition on such human engineering? After reading the issues above consider the following: The perspective of South Korea; The perspective of Philippines; The perspective of the UN Security Council Complete the following Chart: Plus=Positive aspects regarding the issue Minus=Negative aspects regarding the issue CLN4U1 Interesting = aspects that intrigue you and require more depth for a better understanding of the issue (create inquiry questions) Can Phillipines succeed based on your understanding of international diplomacy? square If part of the security council, should the UN adopt a policy prohibiting human engineering of clones; or, Would you use your vote to veto this policy? square

## Analysis of the Human Cloning Dispute<br /><br />| Perspective | Plus (+) | Minus (-) | Interesting (Inquiry Questions) |<br />|---|---|---|---|<br />| **South Korea** | * Potential scientific advancements in medicine (disease treatment, organ transplantation).<br>* Possible economic benefits from leading in this field.<br>* National prestige and recognition for scientific achievement. | * Ethical concerns regarding human dignity and the potential for exploitation.<br>* International condemnation and damage to reputation.<br>* Risk of creating unforeseen genetic problems or abnormalities.<br>* Potential for misuse of the technology (e.g., creating soldiers). | * What specific regulations and oversight are in place within the South Korean program?<br>* What are the specific aims of the research, beyond general medical advancement?<br>* How does South Korea justify the secrecy surrounding the program?<br>* What is the public opinion within South Korea regarding human cloning? |<br />| **Philippines** | * Upholding international ethical norms and human rights.<br>* Preventing potential regional instability caused by controversial research.<br>* Demonstrating leadership in advocating for global ethical standards. | * Potential diplomatic strain with South Korea.<br>* Limited ability to enforce demands beyond international pressure.<br>* Uncertainty of success in the International Court of Justice. | * What specific evidence does the Philippines possess regarding the South Korean program?<br>* What are the Philippines' specific concerns regarding the potential misuse of cloning technology?<br>* What level of international support does the Philippines anticipate in this dispute? |<br />| **UN Security Council** | * Opportunity to establish a clear international norm on human cloning.<br>* Preventing potential misuse of the technology that could threaten international security.<br>* Promoting global cooperation on ethical scientific advancements. | * Difficulty in reaching consensus among member states with differing views.<br>* Potential for accusations of interfering in national sovereignty.<br>* Challenge of enforcing a ban on human cloning effectively. | * What are the different perspectives within the Security Council regarding human cloning?<br>* What mechanisms could be used to enforce a potential ban on human cloning?<br>* What are the potential long-term consequences of inaction on this issue? |<br /><br /><br />**Can the Philippines succeed based on your understanding of international diplomacy?**<br /><br />The Philippines' success is uncertain. While they can raise the issue in the International Court of Justice, the ICJ's jurisdiction often relies on the consent of both parties. South Korea might contest the court's jurisdiction. Furthermore, even if the ICJ rules in favor of the Philippines, enforcement can be challenging. The Philippines' success depends heavily on international pressure and diplomatic efforts to persuade South Korea to comply. The "Top Secret" nature of the information also complicates matters, as its admissibility in court might be challenged.<br /><br />**If part of the security council, should the UN adopt a policy prohibiting human engineering of clones; or, Would you use your vote to veto this policy?**<br /><br />A policy prohibiting human cloning presents complex challenges. While a complete ban might seem ethically desirable to some, it could stifle potentially beneficial research in regenerative medicine. A more nuanced approach might be to regulate human cloning research strictly, focusing on transparency, ethical oversight, and clearly defined permissible research areas. A complete ban could drive research underground, making it harder to monitor and regulate. Therefore, rather than an outright ban, I would advocate for a comprehensive international regulatory framework that allows carefully controlled research while prohibiting reproductive cloning. This approach balances ethical concerns with the potential for scientific advancement. I would not veto a well-crafted regulatory policy, but I would veto a complete ban that doesn't allow for carefully controlled research.<br />