POLAR POLITICS: Antarctica’s ‘Ice Curtain’ actually cracks as secretive Treaty meeting minutes released in record time (opens original article in a new tab)

The Antarctic Treaty released its meeting minutes faster than usual, reflecting a shift toward transparency after years of secrecy. Australia's initiative pushed for quicker publication, and the report was made public in all four official languages within a month, though negotiations remain closed to the public.

• Antarctic Treaty released meeting minutes faster than usual, marking a shift from past secrecy.
• Australia led an initiative for quicker publication to improve transparency in the treaty system.
• The report was published in all four official languages within a month, though discussions remain closed to the public.