Antarctica: Who Really Owns It? | The World Decoded

Who really owns Antarctica? Antarctica is unlike any other continent on Earth. Several countries have made territorial claims, some of those claims overlap, and many are not universally recognized. Yet scientists from around the world continue to work across the continent under an international system created during the Cold War. In this documentary, The World Decoded explores the history behind Antarctica's territorial claims, the Antarctic Treaty, the countries involved, and the unusual international compromise that has shaped the continent for more than six decades. From early exploration and competing claims to the creation of the Antarctic Treaty System, we examine how Antarctica became one of the most extraordinary examples of international cooperation on Earth. And ultimately, we ask a bigger question: If no single country controls Antarctica, what happens when the world's interests in the continent continue to grow? 🌍 THE WORLD DECODED Real stories. Deeper context. We explore history, geopolitics, science, exploration and the forces shaping our world. Subscribe for more cinematic documentaries. #Antarctica #Documentary #TheWorldDecoded