Antarctic Treaty Meeting 2025: Chile Takes Presidency Amidst Tourism and Military Concerns

Edited by: Anna 🌎 Krasko

In Milan, Italy, from June 23rd to July 3rd, 2025, representatives from 58 nations convened for the 47th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) and the 27th Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP) meeting.

Chile assumed the presidency of the Antarctic Treaty Secretariat for 2025-2029, with Ambassador Francisco Berguño appointed as Executive Secretary, highlighting Chile's commitment to scientific research and international cooperation.

Discussions addressed rising Antarctic tourism, fueled by platforms like TikTok, and potential environmental impacts. Concerns were also raised regarding the possible U.S. military presence in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, and its implications for the Treaty.

Sources

  • Las Noticias de Chihuahua - Entrelíneas

  • Chile presidirá la Secretaría del Tratado Antártico buscando que sea un continente de ciencia y paz

  • Chile encabezará Secretaría del Tratado Antártico por período 2025-2029

  • Playas abarrotadas en la Antártida: el efecto TikTok llena de turistas el mundo de los pingüinos

  • Tratado Antártico en riesgo por bases de EEUU en Tierra del Fuego

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