Wakanda is a technologically advanced nation that has been hidden from the world throughout its history, sticking to isolationism. It is the only nation to possess the metal vibranium, with which the Wakandans have developed technology more advanced than any other nation in existence.

T'Challa was crowned king of Wakanda following his father's death. However, his sovereignty has been challenged by an adversary, Killmonger, who plans to abandon the country's isolationist policies and begin a global revolution.*

* Note: Only information which can be inferred from the infoslide should be used in the debate. For example, Wakanda exists, but the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe does not

Emissions-trading schemes refer to government programmes which create industry-specific permits for each unit of emission and set a maximum level of emission for a specified time periods. Companies can obtain permits from the government or trade allowances with other companies under conditions agreed upon by both parties. These schemes are often referred to as cap and trade programs.

In 2023, India announced its intent to roll out a Carbon Credit Trading Scheme by 2026, and has started introducing schemes in the primary sector of the economy, agriculture. The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has recently developed a framework to promote Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) in the agriculture sector.

For the purposes of this debate, there are two approaches to writing fantasy and science fiction media. The "reinterpretive approach" directly reinterprets or draws strong parallels to real historical events (e.g. Outlander, The Poppy War, Belisarius). Conversely, the "transformative approach" takes inspiration from real world cultures but builds an otherwise unique world (e.g. Avatar: The Last Airbender, Dune, The Wheel of Time)

Since establishing diplomatic relations in 2017, China has expanded its presence in Panama through various initiatives. These include, investments in infrastructure projects, such as building a fourth bridge over the Panama Canal; increasing its presence in free trade zones, with special tax treatment and flexible labour laws; and expanding capital investments, with the Bank of China already conducting commercial operations in the country and other majors Chinese banks being licensed to conduct international operations from Panama.

A "neoconservative policy platform" refers to a set of policies that advocate for free trade, the promotion of democracy, and American military interventions overseas, alongside support for free-market economics and socially conservative values.

On the other hand, a "populist policy platform" favours protectionist trade policies, opposes the promotion of democracy, immigration, and military involvement abroad, while still endorsing social conservatism and some free market economic policies.

A "swing district" refers to a U.S. Congressional district known for frequently changing party control and regularly having closely contested elections.