Chile and Norway have deepened their partnership in Antarctica with a new memorandum of understanding signed Monday. The agreement, inked by Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren and Norwegian Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver, reaffirms both nations’ commitment to peace, scientific research, and environmental protection in the region.
The memorandum strengthens bilateral coordination under the Antarctic Treaty System, focusing on enhanced collaboration in scientific research, climate monitoring, and preservation of marine ecosystems. It also outlines joint efforts through frameworks such as the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meetings and the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR).
Both countries pledged support for the Polar Code’s implementation, aiming to improve safety and environmental standards for vessels operating in polar waters. Operational and logistical cooperation between their national Antarctic programs will also be explored, particularly in line with CCAMLR’s conservation objectives.
This renewed alliance builds on long-standing historical ties between Chile and Norway and underscores their active roles as stewards of one of the world’s most fragile and strategically vital environments. The agreement is expected to optimize joint Antarctic and sub-Antarctic research efforts.
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