Svalbard Treaty

The Svalbard Treaty, signed in 1920, is an international agreement that recognizes Norway’s sovereignty over the Svalbard archipelago, located in the Arctic. It grants multiple countries, particularly signatories, the right to conduct economic activities like mining, research, and tourism on the islands without Norwegian interference. The treaty also limits military activity and ensures that all signatories have equal rights to access and use Svalbard’s resources. Overall, it balances Norwegian control with international cooperation, fostering peaceful coexistence and sustainable development in this Arctic region.