The international politics of Antarctica

摘要: Antarctica is a potential source of international conflict. International interest in has been increasing for range political, legal, economic, scientific and environmental reasons, this resulted not only the emergence as perceived problem but also imposition various strains upon Antarctic Treaty System from both within outside. At time when treaty regime celebrating 25 years operation, book considers nature interests positions those involved. It looks at significance historical dimension, development system, management marine mineral resources, emerging role United Nations under inspiration UN Law Sea discussions common heritage principle, impact non-governmental organisations like Greenpeace International, South African issue. The implications Falklands War 1982 are discussed, while Soviet-American relationship proves continuing theme throughout study. Prominent roles pursued by Argentina, Australia, Britain, France, Japan West Germany, due attention given to contribution 'new' countries such Brazil, China, India Spain. concludes discussing how situation might develop immediate future.