Discovered by the West not much more than 200 years ago, Antarctica’s history is unique when compared to the six other ...

The frozen continent has never been so desirable. But as other nations try to get in on the action, a race to the bottom ...

1--The Antarctic Pact--a pledge to keep the great frozen continent at peace--was signed today by 12 nations, including the United States and the Soviet Union. The treaty bans war bases ...

He was referring to the original 12 signatory nations of the Antarctic Treaty, which came into effect in 1961. They include the United Kingdom, United States and Russia. The treaty stipulates that ...

Instead of being ruled by one nation, Antarctica is governed by a group of countries bound ... Read on to find out exactly how it functions, and which countries have a keen interest in the continent… ...

The Antarctic Treaty was signed on 23 June 1961 by 12 countries then active in Antarctic science. It remains in force indefinitely, with the support of 53 nations.

The Antarctic Treaty has been signed by 48 nations to date and covers the area south of 60ËšS latitude. The Treaty has ensured that Antarctica remains a natural reserve, devoted to peace and ...

The U.S. was one of the original 12 nations to sign the Antarctic Treaty in 1959 and has consistently supported its principles of peaceful cooperation and scientific exploration. Today ...

The continent contains no countries, instead it is governed under a 1959 agreement called the Antarctic Treaty, which was signed by 12 nations, including the United Kingdom. Maps are useful tools ...

Today is Antarctica Day which celebrates the anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic ... into effect with 12 signatories. Today, more than 50 nations recognize the Treaty.

Antarctic Treaty nations are currently developing a comprehensive framework to manage the growth and diversification of tourism in Antarctica.