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West Antarctic Commonwealth
The West Antarctic Commonwealth is a sovereign country located on the continent of Antarctica. Bordered to the north by the Southern Ocean, to the west by France’s Adélie Territory, to the east by Norway’s Queen Maud Territory, and to the south by the Great Antarctic Preserve, it spans ?? square kilometers. Composed of 6 provinces, it has a total population of 19.3 million. The nation's capital is New Glasgow, while Pensacola serves as its largest city and primary financial hub.
West Antarctic Commonwealth
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Motto
Lux In Ultima Terra
Anthem
“Fair Southern Land”
Location

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Motto
Lux In Ultima Terra
Anthem
“Fair Southern Land”
Location

Capital New Glasgow
- Largest City: Pensacola
Official Language
English
Recognized Languages
Spanish, Portuguese, Māori
Demonym Antarctican
Government Unitary semi-presidential republic
- President: Mack Harkins
- Prime Minister: Kira Robinson
Legislature Parliament
- Upper house: Senate
- Lower house: House of Representatives
Area
- Total: km²
- Water: %
Population
- 2026 estimate: 19.3 million
- 2024 census: 18.9 million
- Density: km²
GDP (PPP)
- Total: $1.9 trillion
- Per capita: $99,722
GDP (Nominal)
- Total: $1.74 trillion
- Per capita: $91,099
GINI (2025) 30.1
HDI (2023) 0.942
Currency West Antarctic Dollar (WA$)
Time zone UTC?
Date format dd/mm/yy
Calling code
ISO 3166 code WC
Internet TLD .wac
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