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China has drafted a Comprehensive Environmental Evaluation (CEE) for the proposed construction and operation of a new research station at Cox Point, Marie Byrd Land. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking public comment on it.
The CEE is available online at The Antarctic Treaty System website: https://documents.ats.aq/atcm47/att/atcm47_att002_e.pdf(external link)
Comments on the CEE may be sent until 9 June 2025. Please email comments to antarctica@mfat.govt.nz.