Convention for the conservation of antarctic seals

Summary: The convention has the 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.

Signed: 09/06/1972

International ratification: 09/02/1978

Entry into force: 11/03/1978

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