›› 2019, Vol. 31 ›› Issue (2): 198-208.DOI: 10.13679/j.jdyj.20180037

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Connotations, driving forces and future prospect of the Antarctic governance regime

Wang Wanlu   

  • Received:2018-07-02 Revised:2018-10-12 Online:2019-06-30 Published:2019-06-30
  • Contact: Wan-Lu WANG

Abstract:

Antarctic governance is a new focus of international cooperation and international relations, and it forms an important part of China’s share in global governance. Antarctic governance regime derives mainly from the Antarctic Treaty System. The Antarctic governance regime is a regime complex, formed by means of accretion and fission in international relations, though the regime partners are meant to share the same core principles and values. The values of the Antarctic governance regime, which mixes public interests and national self-interests, have determined the implications of Antarctic governance regime. However, a combination of power and norms exists to promote changes in the Antarctic governance regime. At present, the power of Antarctic governance appears to be diffusing, while the resource utilization norm is intensifying; thus, the Antarctic governance regime must confront future changes.

Key words: Antarctic governance, Antarctic governance regime, Antarctic Treaty Consultative Parties, power, norm