Sector principle

The territories are thus divided into wedge-shaped sectors, each one having their apex at the geographical pole with their base extending down to an arbitrary latitude.

The sector principle has historically constituted the basis on which territorial claims in the Arctic have been made,[2] although its usage has failed be internationally recognized.

This division is, however, not seen as an extension of any particular state's territory due to the large bodies of water separating the continent from other land masses.

He was delivering a speech in support of his own motion which sought to claim possession of the Arctic Archipelago on Canada's behalf.

[7] It is uncertain if the sector principle is applicable in Antarctica, since large bodies of water separate the continent from any other land mass.