The Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Seals is part of the Antarctic Treaty System.
note - abbreviated as Antarctic Seals
opened for signature - June 1 1972
entered into force - March 11 1978
objective - to promote and achieve the protection, scientific study, and rational use of Antarctic seals, and to maintain a satisfactory balance within the ecological system of Antarctica
parties - (16) Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Poland, Russia, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States
countries that have signed, but not yet ratified - New Zealand
Source: CIA World Factbook, 2003 edition
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