# London rejects Argentina's arbitration

> UK dismisses Argentina's Sea Lion arbitration claim, questions partner reliability.
- Title: London rejects Argentina's arbitration · MercoPress | Shortify
- Summary: UK dismisses Argentina's Sea Lion arbitration claim, questions partner reliability. London rejects Argentina's arbitration over Sea Lion oil project, calling…
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## London rejects arbitration
The British government rejected Argentina's international arbitration over the Sea Lion oil project.
## Questions partner reliability
London stated Argentina's Falklands campaign raises questions about its reliability as a partner.
## UK government position
The UK claims Falkland Islanders have freely chosen their future and right to develop resources without interference.
## Argentina's claim
Argentina argues unilateral exploitation contravenes UN resolutions and causes irreversible harm to its rights.
## Milei orders arbitration
President Javier Milei ordered arbitration under UNCLOS Annex VII with two weeks to prevent exploitation.
## Rockhopper response
Rockhopper Exploration called Argentina's claim illegitimate and will press ahead with Sea Lion project.
## Historical context
The British Falkland Islands were never Argentine, as proven by proto-Argentina's 1825 ambassadorial records.
## Key takeaway

London rejects Argentina's arbitration over Sea Lion oil project, calling its Falklands claims unreliable.