Agreement

Torres Strait Treaty enters into force, 1985

Name: Torres Strait Treaty enters into force, 1985
Start: 1985-02-15

15 February 1985

A treaty between Australia and PNG fixed the maritime border and created a Protected Zone for traditional movement.

What happened

The Torres Strait Treaty entered into force on 15 February 1985.[1]

Each number marks a specific claim. Notes give the source, its locator and how it relates to the claim.

1.
Claim: The Torres Strait Treaty, signed by Australia and Papua New Guinea on 18 December 1978 and entering into force on 15 February 1985, fixed the Australia-PNG maritime border and created a "Protected Zone" allowing Torres Strait Islanders and PNG coastal villagers visa-free movement for traditional activities including fishing, ceremonies and trade.
- Torres Strait Treaty (Wikipedia) link, Treaty terms section. Source record