The UK authorities has dismissed claims of a rift with Mauritius over a deal to switch management of the Chagos Islands whereas retaining the UK-US army base on Diego Garcia for a 99-year lease. The settlement, signed in October with the earlier Mauritian administration, is now below assessment by new Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. Addressing Mauritius’ parliament, Ramgoolam said that the deal doesn’t sufficiently profit the nation and that counter-proposals have been submitted to the UK. The UK maintains that the settlement ensures the bottom’s safe operation, essential for worldwide safety, amid authorized challenges over sovereignty. Critics within the UK’s Conservative Get together argue the deal surrenders sovereignty, probably growing China’s affect. In the meantime, the Biden administration helps the settlement, although considerations persist about potential opposition from Donald Trump and his allies within the US.
SOURCE: THE GUARDIAN