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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
George Thompson

UK government ‘pauses’ Chagos deal amid Trump criticism

Legislation intended to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has reportedly been put on hold, following direct criticism from Donald Trump.

The proposed £35 billion agreement, which includes a plan to lease back the crucial UK-US military base on Diego Garcia – the largest island in the remote Indian Ocean archipelago – is now facing significant hurdles.

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