Is Falkland Islands in the UN?
The Falkland Islands (Malvinas)* has been on the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories since 1946, following the transmission by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland of information under Article 73 e of the Charter of the United Nations.
Does Argentina still claim the Falkland Islands?
Argentina and Britain have long disputed ownership of the Falklands, with Argentina claiming sovereignty over the British-run islands it calls the Malvinas. The dispute led to a brief war in 1982.
Which countries support Argentina claim to the Falklands?
At the 56th Heads of State summit organised by Mercosur at the beginning of July a declaration of support for Argentina’s claim to the Falklands was drafted. This declaration was backed by the governments of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, plus Mercosur associate members, Bolivia, Chile, and Colombia.
What is the Falkland Islands dispute?
* A dispute exists between the Governments of Argentina and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland concerning sovereignty over the Falkland Islands (Malvinas).
What is the history of the Falkland Islands?
The Falkland Islands (Malvinas) * has been on the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories since 1946, following the transmission by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland of information under Article 73 e of the Charter of the United Nations. ** United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Where can I find past C-24 resolutions on the Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?
Past C-24 resolutions on the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) are contained in the respective annual report of the C-24. United Nations Secretariat annual working papers on Falkland Islands (Malvinas) issued since 2008 are also available on the Documents page. Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland