In 1980, at the invitation of Australia, the first Chinese scientists went to Antarctica. China was therefore a relative ‘latecomer’ to engage in Antarctic science. In the period since its first Antarctic expedition in 1984, China's presence in Antarctica has expanded both in terms of its logistics and infrastructure and its scientific research. This paper outlines the development of China's national Antarctic programmes under the influence of corresponding national policies from the late 1970s to the present, noting the application of various scientific disciplines to Antarctic fields. The paper outlines and analyses the broadening and deepening of China's Antarctic science research, infrastructure and engagement.
History
Publication title
Antarctic Science
Volume
34
Pagination
191-204
ISSN
0954-1020
Department/School
Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies
Publisher
Cambridge Univ Press
Place of publication
40 West 20Th St, New York, USA, Ny, 10011-4211
Rights statement
Copyright 2022 the authors. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Repository Status
Open
Socio-economic Objectives
Protection and conservation of Antarctic and Southern Ocean environments; Institutional arrangements; International organisations