China lodges plans for new Antarctic station at Marie Byrd Land but says no ‘geopolitical motive’ behind expansion

China says there is no “geopolitical motive” behind the ongoing expansion of its operations in Antarctica, including newly lodged plans for a seasonal station on the icy continent.

More than 50 countries operate research bases across Antarctica, including Australia, which has three permanent stations.…

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