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The Madrid Protocol went into effect in 1991. The protocol was put into place as a way to preserve and protect Antarctica.

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What are the future plans for Antarcticas resources?

The Madrid Protocol (1991) places an indefinite ban on mining in Antarctica.


What kind of dogs live in Antarctica?

None. The 1991 Madrid Protocol called for the removal of the husky dogs from Antarctica by 1994. The protocol was the result of an initiative led by the then Prime Minister of Australia, Bob Hawke, who opposed mining in Antarctica and sought stronger protection for the continent's environment. The 1991 the Madrid Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic banned all introduced species (except people) from the Antarctic.


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Does the Madrid protocol help antarcticas environment and how?

The purpose of the Protocol was essentially to protect Antarctica for 50 years from commercial exploitation primarily of its mineral wealth, The Protocol was signed in 1991, and came into force in 1998, so this means that Antarctica is safe from commercial exploitation until 2048.


What is the purpose of the Madrid protocol?

It protects Anartica's environment.


What is the main purpose of the Madrid Protocol?

In 1959 officials of 12 countries signed an international agreement called the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (also known as the Antarctic-Environmental Protocol and the Madrid Protocol). This treaty provides that the continent be used mainly for research and other peaceful purposes.


Madrid Protocol is an example of legislation that provides?

Company and customer protection


When was Nadia Henche born?

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When was Andrea Duro born?

Andrea Duro was born on October 14, 1991, in Madrid, Madrid, Spain.


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Loreto Achaerandio was born on September 13, 1991, in Madrid, Madrid, Spain.


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How do I know if a trademark is national or international?

Trademarks are protected by national law, but owners can use the Madrid System to register internationally. Search of Madrid Protocol applications is available at the link below.