Artctic Treaty Flashcards
1
Q
What is a territorial claim?
A
7 claims still exist today. Countries claimed parts of the arctic as their own. This caused conflict.
2
Q
How have the treaty evolved?
A
12 countries originally signed in 1951 and by 2016 53 had signed.
3
Q
What does the treaty do?
A
Prohibits military bases
Requires countries to share research
Prohibits nuclear explosions and waste disposal
Doesn’t recognise claims
4
Q
What’s the role of the environmental protocal
A
Bans all commercial mining Requires conservation of fauna and flora Requires all waste to be removed Prevents marine pollution from vessels Activities must have an environmental impact assessment before the take place
