Tag: antarctica
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Australia's Polar Policy Lags Behind Global Competition
Australia's laid-back approach to the polar regions is no longer sustainable, and it's time for a bold new strategy to keep up with global competition. The country's reactive posture is putting its interests at risk, warns a new report on polar security.
Antarctic Treaty System Frays Amid Global Geopolitical Tensions
The Antarctic Treaty, meant to keep the continent out of global conflicts, is showing signs of fraying as geopolitical tensions rise, with recent talks in Hiroshima failing to yield consensus on crucial issues like protecting emperor penguins and regulating tourism. Despite a gathering of over 400 international delegates, key measures were left unadopted, leaving the treaty's future uncertain.