Articles tagged with Andrew Bayly
Protecting Antarctica: Strengthening the Antarctic Treaty System for Future Generations
1 month ago | 233 viewsThe speech emphasizes New Zealand’s proud Antarctic heritage, highlighting historic explorers like Frank Worsley and Sir Edmund Hillary, and underscores the significance of the Antarctic Treaty System in preserving Antarctica for peaceful purposes and scientific research. It addresses and dispels myths about the Treaty’s expiration and strength, affirming its indefinite status and robust international support despite geopolitical challenges. The speaker calls on parliamentarians to actively support and protect the Treaty System, stressing collective responsibility and adaptability to ensure Antarctica remains a unique zone of peace, environmental protection, and scientific cooperation.
Tags: Andrew Bayly Mark Stewart Ainsley Walter Nigel Watson Winston Peters Frank Worsley Ernest Shackleton Edmund Hillary Peter Hillary Antarctic TreatyProtecting Antarctica: The Antarctic Treaty System and Global Cooperation
1 month ago | 224 viewsThe keynote address highlighted New Zealand’s deep Antarctic heritage, emphasizing the heroic exploration history and the establishment of the Antarctic Treaty, which ensures peaceful use, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection of the continent. It addressed misconceptions about the Treaty’s longevity and strength, affirming that the Antarctic Treaty System remains robust and capable of managing future challenges through international collaboration. The speech concluded with a call for continued parliamentary support to safeguard the Treaty System, urging collective action to preserve Antarctica’s unique status as a peaceable, protected, and scientifically prioritized region.
Tags: Andrew Bayly Mark Stewart Ainsley Walter Nigel Watson Winston Peters Frank Worsley Ernest Shackleton Edmund Hillary Peter Hillary Antarctic TreatyNew Zealand to Host Third Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly in Wellington
1 month ago | 183 viewsNew Zealand will host the third Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly in Wellington next week, marking the first time it is held in the Southern Hemisphere. The Assembly aims to unite Parliamentarians and experts to raise awareness of Antarctica’s importance, support the Antarctic Treaty, and address challenges like climate change and geopolitical shifts. Chaired by MP Andrew Bayly, the event seeks to build a global network of advocates dedicated to the continent’s protection and scientific collaboration.
Tags: New Zealand Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly Wellington Winston Peters Antarctic Treaty Antarctica climate change Andrew Bayly Southern Hemisphere National MP