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22 hours ago · The Antarctic Treaty was considered a diplomatic triumph at the height of the Cold War. Concerned that the continent might become a place of conflict, the original 12 states meeting in Washington DC who signed the treaty agreed to use Antarctica for peaceful purposes only. The treaty does permit the use of military personnel or equipment for ...
4 days ago · This is one of the most important announcements by the United States regarding Antarctic policy in decades and replaces the previous national strategy that had been issued in 1994. The policy makes clear that “ the United States will continue to lead cooperative international efforts through the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) to maintain the ...
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22 hours ago · The Antarctic Treaty was considered a diplomatic triumph at the height of the Cold War. Concerned that the continent might become a place of conflict, the original 12 states meeting in Washington DC who signed the treaty agreed to use Antarctica for peaceful purposes only. The treaty does permit the use of military personnel or equipment for ...
22 hours ago · The treaty has been widely hailed as an example of successful international cooperation. It is easy to assume that harmony in respect of Antarctica was - and will continue to be - guaranteed by its remoteness, and to underestimate the significant achievement of the treaty system. But shifting geopolitics and a changing climate could both impact ...
2 days ago · The isolation of Antarctica couldn't shield it from global events like COVID-19, marking the erosion of 'Antarctic exceptionalism.'. The pandemic disrupted tourism, research, and exposed the region's vulnerability. Even its unique governance came under pressure, highlighting the interconnectedness of the global system and the need for adaptive ...
2 days ago · The Antarctic Treaty is therefore of particular importance to Australia because it protects Australia's legal rights in respect of the Australian Antarctic Territory. Australia is an active and strong participant within the treaty system. The treaty has been widely hailed as an example of successful international cooperation.
4 days ago · Antarctica is a place dedicated to science. Under the 1959 Antarctic Treaty, signed by Belgium and 65 other parties, the continent is dedicated to science and peace. No military activity or exploitation of mineral resources is permitted. The treaty is in force until 2048.
