Antarctic Treaty
 
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Antarctic Treaty

Peaceful use, freedom of scientific investigation and cooperation

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Environment Protocol

Antarctica: a natural reserve devoted to peace and science

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Commited to the principles and purposes of the Antarctic Treaty

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All visits in accordance with the Antarctic Treaty and its Protocol

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The Antarctic Treaty

Antarctica shall be used for peaceful purposes only

The Antarctic Treaty was signed in Washington on 1 December 1959 by the twelve countries whose scientists had been active in and around Antarctica.

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    • "Freedom of scientific investigation in Antarctica and cooperation toward that end (...) shall continue."
      Art. II
      The Antarctic Treaty
    • "Antarctica shall be used for peaceful purposes only."
      Art. I
      The Antarctic Treaty
    • "The Parties commit themselves to the comprehensive protection of the Antarctic environment and associated ecosystems..."
      Art. 2 THE ENVIRONMENT PROTOCOL
    • "The Parties shall co-operate in the planning and conduct of activities in the Antarctic Treaty area."
      Art. 6
      THE environment Protocol