ANTARCTICA Clause Samples
The ANTARCTICA clause defines the specific terms and conditions that apply to activities, operations, or transactions conducted in or related to Antarctica. Typically, this clause addresses compliance with international treaties, environmental regulations, and logistical considerations unique to the Antarctic region, such as restrictions on resource extraction or requirements for scientific research. Its core function is to ensure that all parties adhere to the unique legal and environmental frameworks governing Antarctica, thereby mitigating legal risks and promoting responsible conduct in this sensitive area.
ANTARCTICA. Agreement relating to cooperation in scientific and logistical operations in Antarctica, with memorandum of understanding. Exchange of notes at Wellington December 24, 1958; en- tered into force December 24, 1958. 9 UST 1502; TIAS 4151; 324 UNTS 111. Extension: October 18, 1960 (11 UST 2205; TIAS 4591; 447 UNTS 356). Agreement providing for a grant to assist in the acquisition of nuclear research and training equipment and materials. Exchange of notes at Wellington March 23, 1960; entered into force March 23, 1960. 11 UST 277; TIAS 4445; 371 UNTS 147.
ANTARCTICA. The Antarctic Treaty of 1959 applies to the area south of 60 degrees South Latitude, reserving that area for peaceful purposes only. Specifically, “any measures of a military nature, such as the establishment of military bases and fortifications, the carrying out of military maneuvers, as well as the testing of any type of weapon,” are prohibited.53 However, the Treaty does not prejudice the exercise of rights on the high seas within that area.54 “Antarctica has no territorial sea or territorial airspace.”55
ANTARCTICA. Agreement relating to cooperation in scientific and logistical operations in Antarctica, with memorandum of understanding. Exchange of notes at Wellington December 24, 1958; en- tered into force December 24, 1958. 9 UST 1502; TIAS 4151; 324 UNTS 111. Extension: October 18, 1960 (11 UST 2205; TIAS 4591; 447 UNTS 356). Agreement providing for a grant to assist in the acquisition of nuclear research and training equipment and materials. Exchange of notes at Wellington March 23, 1960; entered into force March 23, 1960. 11 UST 277; TIAS 4445; 371 UNTS 147. Agreement concerning the acceptance of cer- tificates of airworthiness for imported aircraft. Exchange of notes at Washington March 20, 1970; entered into force March 20, 1970. 21 UST 1040; TIAS 6857; 740 UNTS 313. Amendment: March 16 and 30, 1979 (30 UST 3993; TIAS 9440; 1203 UNTS 351). Air transport agreement, with annexes. Signed at Washington June 18, 1997; entered into force June 18, 1997. TIAS ; 2049 UNTS 379. Treaty on the delimitation of the maritime boundary between Tokelau and the United States of America. Signed at Atafu December 2, 1980; entered into force September 3, 1983. 35 UST 2073; TIAS 10775.
ANTARCTICA. Protocol on environmental protection to the Antarctic Treaty. With schedule and annexes. Signed at Madrid October 4, 1991. Entered into force January 14, 1998. ▇▇▇▇▇ ▇ adopted at Bonn October 17, 1991. (30 ILM 1461) BELARUS Consent to be bound (Accession), Jul 16, 2008 Statute of the International Atomic Energy Agency. With annex providing for a Preparatory Commission. Signed at New York October 26, 1956. Entered into force July 29, 1957. (276 UNTS 3; 8 UST 1093) NEPAL Consent to be bound (Acceptance), Jul 08, 2008; Entry into force, Jul 08, 2008 Berne convention for the protection of literary and artistic works of September 9, 1886, completed at ▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇ 4, 1896, revised at Berlin November 13, 1908, completed at Berne March 20, 1914, revised at Rome June 2, 1928, at Brussels June 26, 1948, at Stockholm July 14, 1967, and at Paris July 24, 1971, and amended in 1979. Entered into force for the United States March 1, 1989. YEMEN Entry into force, Jul 14, 2008