Chinas interests and activities in the Antarctic. The potential for synergy with Russia and Latin American countries

As a state claiming for a leading position in the current system of international relations, China could not ignore the Antarctic. In recent years, one has seen China’s systematic efforts aimed at expanding its presence in the Antarctic. At the same time, Russia, which enjoys a reputation of an esteemed polar power, and the countries of Latin America, which are closest to the Antarctic, remain important players in this part of the world. Focusing on the development of China’s priorities and activities in the Antarctic, the article discusses opportunities for Russia, China and Latin American states to develop the region together.

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Antarctic, Russia, China, Latin America

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03.05.2023

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05.12.2023

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GOST	Filippova L. China's interests and activities in the Antarctic. The potential for synergy with Russia and Latin American countries // Latin America – 2023. – Issue 12 C. 49-62 [Electronic resource]. URL: https://latamerica-journal.ru/S0044748X0028574-0-1 (circulation date: 20.05.2024). DOI: 10.31857/S0044748X0028574-0
MLA	Filippova, Liudmila "China's interests and activities in the Antarctic. The potential for synergy with Russia and Latin American countries." Latin America 12 (2023):49-62. DOI: 10.31857/S0044748X0028574-0
APA	Filippova L. (2023). China's interests and activities in the Antarctic. The potential for synergy with Russia and Latin American countries. Latin America (12), pp.49-62 DOI: 10.31857/S0044748X0028574-0

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