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Falkland Islands / Islas Malvinas
The Falkland Islands, called Islas Malvinas by Argentina, lie east of southern Argentina in the South Atlantic. The United Kingdom administers the islands and Argentina claims sovereignty.
Fast Facts
- The group includes East Falkland, West Falkland and numerous smaller islands.
- Stanley is the administrative centre.
- The islands are administered by the United Kingdom as an overseas territory and claimed by Argentina; they are not an independent country.
Connected lessons
- Falkland Islands / Islas MalvinasMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
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