On February 1, 2025, the UK reaffirmed its commitment to securing strong protections for a joint military base on Diego Garcia amidst a deal agreeing to transfer the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam discussed the details, including a 99-year lease for the base, which is critical for US military operations in the region. Ramgoolam expressed concerns over the previous agreement's benefits for Mauritius, emphasizing the ongoing discussions between both leaders.
Britain and Mauritius have reached a deal to hand the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius while retaining a 99-year lease on a joint UK-US military base.
British Prime Minister Starmer emphasized the need for 'strong protections' for the military base on Diego Garcia, indicating its strategic importance.
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