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Environment

Critical insights you must know about the Antarctic Treaty

The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, is one of the most successful post-Second World War treaties, aiming to create and ensure the peaceful use of Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty was signed in Washington on December 1, 1959, by 12 countries, covering an area of 14 million square kilometres for the common good of humanity.

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Geography

How can the hidden geographical facts of Antarctica surprise you?

Antarctica is a place of is the first largest continent, and in fact, it is the highest, driest and coldest continent in the world. In short, it is a daunting continent. Antarctica is entirely surrounded by the Southern Ocean, which extends from the 40th parallel to the Antarctic Circle at 66° South.

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