Antarctica – Japan makes territorial claims to Russia
Japan claims that a Japanese expedition visited West Antarctica in 1911-1912 and therefore claims the area between the 80th and 150th parallel. Longitude.
Argentina plans Antarctic logistics center in Ushuaia
Argentina wants to push ahead with the construction of an Antarctic logistics center in Uhuaia to be closer to Antarctica. But concerns are, that the US fear a possible funding from China.
Challenging season for Antarctic stations
Logistics problems and political uncertainties pose major challenges to the early start of the Antarctic research season.
Davis Aerodrome project investigation begins
A team of three geologists will begin investigations near Australia’s Davis Station to gather data for a new aerodrome.
Power struggles in Antarctica
Is the Antarctic Treaty robust enough to stop China? In the treaty, more than 50 states agreed not to exploit Antarctica economically or militarily.
“Pathway to Protection” – extensive protected area for South Georgia.
The government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands plans to extend the protected area to land areas.
‘Southern Ocean’ recognised as fifth ocean
National Geographic and cartographer Alex Tait announced that they now officially recognize five oceans and have added the “Southern Ocean” to the list.
Antarctica nears tipping points – warnings of global impact
An expert group of leading scientists is sending a strong call to policymakers to put Antarctica at the forefront of climate change negotiations.
No large cruise ships for the Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands will continue to not welcome vessels with more than 530 passengers in the upcoming 21/22 Antarctic season.
EU pushes creation of Antarctic MPA
The EU, in cooperation with the US, New Zealand and a number of other countries, has decided to step up its efforts to create marine protected areas in Antarctica.
Argentina ended its Antarctic campaign
The 2020/21 Antarctic campaign has been successfully completed following the arrival of the icebreaker ARA “Almirante Irízar” in the port of Buenos Aires.
Australian Davis Station to be renewed
The “Davis” station is the southernmost Australian research station in Antarctica and is getting older. It is now to be renewed.
117 years of Argentine presence in Antarctica
February 22, 1904 is a memorable day in Argentine polar exploration. That’s when Argentina took over the “Orcadas” station and has held it since that date.
Frustration mounts in the Falklands over Brexit
The Falkland Islands are growing increasingly frustrated at the UK’s lack of support to avert the economic consequences of Brexit.
Lufthansa special flight becomes a political issue
Argentine authorities interpret the request from Germany at the same time as a recognition of Argentine sovereignty over the islands. The government in Berlin strongly disagrees.
Antarctic aerodrome creates a stir
Australia’s proposed aerodrome in Antarctica is meeting with environmental and political criticism and concerns around the world.
28 new names in Antarctica
The Government of the British Antarctic Territory announced that 28 new place names will be applied in the British Antarctic Territory.
EU-UK Agreement without Falkland Islands
The UK-EU trade deal on Brexit does not apply to the Falkland Islands.
No focus on Falklands appeals on Brexit
The UK government has not included the Falkland Islands’ appeal to avoid tariffs on fishery products in the Brexit negotiations.
Supply trip to McMurdo cancelled
This year, the US icebreaker “Polar Star” will cancel all supply trips to the American McMurdo station in Antarctica.
Again no protected area in Antarctica
Emperor penguins in the Weddell Sea are looking to an uncertain future, as the CCAMLR again has been unable to reach agreement on a protected area this year.
Falkland Islands appoint junior ambassadors
The Falkland Islands have become the first British Overseas Territory to appoint two junior ambassadors.
Fire on US icebreaker “Healy”
The icebreaker “Healy” suffered an electric fire, in which the starboard drive engine and the shaft of the icebreaker failed.
Argentina’s moves on the Falkland issue are getting rougher
Argentina’s government has once again increased its rhetoric and claims towards the Falkland Islands, despite or because of crises.
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