A New Security Environment in the South Atlantic and Antarctica?
Global Security Briefing
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Antarctica's Evolving Geopolitics
This chapter delves into the changing dynamics of Antarctica's governance, highlighting the increasing involvement of countries like China, India, and Russia in the region. It emphasizes the upcoming renegotiation of the Antarctic Treaty in 2048 and discusses the competition among nations to establish a stronger presence near the South Pole. The chapter also addresses potential security implications, the challenges of resource exploitation, and the differences and similarities between the Arctic and Antarctic in terms of conflicts over resources.
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