Tag: militarising the South Atlantic

Tuesday, October 18th 2016 - 08:44 UTC
Malcorra regrets no previous warning on the Falklands' military exercises

Argentine foreign minister Susana Malcorra said that the recent diplomatic row with the UK over military exercises in the Falkland Islands shows that the consequences of the war persist and reiterated her disappointment with London for not giving the Argentine government any previous warning.
Wednesday, July 22nd 2015 - 01:07 UTC
“Another example of efforts to damage the Falklands' economy”

The Falkland Islands government reacted strongly to statements by the Argentine official in charge of Malvinas affairs who claimed that “the theft of squid and other valuable fish stocks” in the South Atlantic, was the reason behind the success of the Islands' economy, according to a report from the Express.co.uk.
Saturday, April 18th 2015 - 09:20 UTC
Argentina again threatens Falklands' oil companies with legal actions, this time in London

Argentina's Secretary of State for Malvinas Affairs, Daniel Filmus, defended Argentina´s sovereignty rights over the Falkland Islands in a speech he delivered in London condemning UK´s recent decision to increase its military presence in the South Atlantic, outlined the scope of the criminal lawsuit against oil companies 'illegally' operating in Falklands/Malvinas waters and warned of the environmental risks these activities entail.
Saturday, November 15th 2014 - 05:24 UTC
Falklands' naval exercises: “regular routine training”, says Ministry of Defense

UK described recent combined military exercises in and around the Falkland Islands as part of regular routine training. The statement follows on Thursday's strong Argentine protest, (which claims sovereignty over the (Malvinas) Islands), and called the military exercises a “new provocation”.
Friday, November 1st 2013 - 05:14 UTC
Malvinas claim 'enshrined in the Constitution and supported by all political parties'

Argentine ambassador in London Alicia Castro in a letter published in The Times, defended the “peaceful call” from President Cristina Fernandez to dialogue and negotiations on the Malvinas Islands issue and underlined that the sovereignty claim over the Islands is 'enshrined in the national constitution'.
Monday, March 18th 2013 - 18:01 UTC
Falklands’ dispute: Cristina Fernandez asks the Pope for this ‘holy intervention’

Argentine President Cristina Fernández revealed she asked Pope Francis for his “holy intervention” regarding the Falklands/Malvinas case, during the meeting held Monday in the Vatican which was followed by lunch.
Wednesday, May 2nd 2012 - 05:16 UTC
Argentina recalls Air Force Malvinas’ baptism of fire; promises “utmost respect for Islanders”

Defence Minister Arturo Puricelli assured that the Argentina government will reiterate its claims over the UK militarization at the Malvinas Islands and highlighted the backing of Latin American countries in the struggle fight for sovereignty over the archipelago.
Wednesday, March 28th 2012 - 00:32 UTC
UK accuses Argentina of “rattling cages” regarding nuclear submarines in Falklands

Britain has denied sending a nuclear-armed submarine to the South Atlantic amid rising tensions with Argentina over the Falklands and accused Argentina of “rattling cages in any way they can”.
Thursday, February 16th 2012 - 20:00 UTC
Falkland Islanders have the right to choose their future

By Dr. Barry Elsby - The Falkland Islands are home to a thriving community. In the face of escalating rhetoric, that community must have the right to determine its own future, argues Dr Barry Elsby MLA
Thursday, February 16th 2012 - 19:56 UTC
Copy of telex with Argentine surrender and end of Falklands conflict June 1982, to be auctioned

One of three copies of the telex signaling the end of the conflict between the UK and Argentina over the Falkland Islands and other South Atlantic islands will be auctioned by Bonhams on the conflict’s 30th anniversary.