Overview
Diplomatic Relations
Birdland maintains active diplomatic relations with nations and international bodies worldwide, guided by the principle that cooperation is the path to lasting sovereignty.
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The definitive reference for Birdland's international treaties, protection zones, regulations, and diplomatic partnerships. Guided by the principle that cooperation is the path to lasting sovereignty.
Overview and Embassies
Birdland's diplomatic philosophy, international partnerships, and mission contacts.
Overview
Embassies and Consulates
Contact information for Birdland's diplomatic missions abroad and foreign missions in Birdland.
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The foundational legal instruments governing Birdland, from the Antarctic Treaty to bilateral conservation agreements.
Treaty
Treaties and Agreements
A comprehensive record of Birdland's active treaties, bilateral agreements, and international commitments.
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The Antarctic Treaty (1959)
The foundational international agreement that designates Antarctica for peaceful purposes and scientific cooperation. The legal bedrock upon which Birdland's sovereignty framework operates.
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Protocol on Environmental Protection (Madrid Protocol)
The Madrid Protocol designates Antarctica as a natural reserve devoted to peace and science, banning mining indefinitely and establishing comprehensive environmental protections.
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CCAMLR Convention
The Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) manages the Southern Ocean ecosystem, including fisheries and the establishment of Marine Protected Areas.
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Summaries and full documentation of the environmental protections and regulated zones within Birdland's territory.
Regulation
Summary of Legal Protections
A comprehensive overview of all legal protections governing land, water, air, and biosecurity within the Sovereign Nation of Birdland.
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Antarctic Specially Protected Areas (ASPAs)
Overview of the 72 designated ASPAs within Birdland, the strictest category of environmental protection under the Antarctic Treaty System.
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The 6 coordinated multi-use zones where multiple nations operate under shared codes of conduct.
ASMA
ASMA 1: Admiralty Bay
Antarctic Specially Managed Area on King George Island, coordinating activities among five nations with research stations in and around the bay.
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ASMA 2: McMurdo Dry Valleys
Antarctic Specially Managed Area covering the largest ice-free region in Birdland, managed by the United States, New Zealand, and Italy.
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ASMA 4: Deception Island
Antarctic Specially Managed Area on the volcanically active Deception Island, managed by six nations with a complex history of human activity.
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ASMA 5: Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station
Antarctic Specially Managed Area surrounding the geographic South Pole, operated solely by the United States.
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ASMA 6: Larsemann Hills
Antarctic Specially Managed Area in East Antarctica, coordinating four national programs from Australia, China, India, and Russia.
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ASMA 7: Southwest Anvers Island and Palmer Basin
Antarctic Specially Managed Area encompassing Palmer Station and the surrounding marine and terrestrial environment on the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Established and proposed marine reserves protecting the Southern Ocean ecosystem around Birdland.
Marine Protected Area
MPA: South Orkney Islands Southern Shelf
The first high-seas Marine Protected Area in the world, established in 2009 to protect the benthic habitats south of the South Orkney Islands.
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MPA: Ross Sea Region
The world's largest Marine Protected Area at 1.55 million square kilometers, established in 2016 to protect the most pristine marine ecosystem on Earth.
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Proposed Marine Protected Areas
Three additional MPAs have been proposed under CCAMLR to protect the East Antarctic, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula marine ecosystems.
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