Politics & Governance / International Politics / Great Power Competition & Geopolitics

Malvinas, Antarctica, and the South Atlantic: The Sovereignty Battle

Who truly controls the vast expanse of the southern oceans? Malvinas, Antarctica, and the South Atlantic explores one of the most strategically sensitive geopolitical crossroads on Earth. Drawing on foundational geopolitical studies of the South Atlantic region, this presentation breaks down the complex intersection of the Falkland/Malvinas territorial dispute, the legal framework of the Antarctic Treaty System, and sovereign control over vital maritime resources. Explore the historical claims, strategic choke points, and resource competitions that make this remote southern realm a critical theater of modern international relations.