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Rwanda Takes UK to Arbitration Over Financial Dispute

1/29/2026

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Rwanda filed a notice of arbitration at the Permanent Court of Arbitration against the United Kingdom over the Migration and Economic Development Partnership (MEDP).
Rwanda alleges the UK has not honored financial commitments, including two £50 million payments due in 2025 and 2026.
The Rwandan government expressed regret over pursuing arbitration, saying it was compelled by the UK's refusal to negotiate amid MEDP challenges.

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Rwanda filed a notice of arbitration at the Permanent Court of Arbitration against the United Kingdom over the Migration and Economic Development Partnership (MEDP).
Rwanda alleges the UK has not honored financial commitments, including two £50 million payments due in 2025 and 2026.
The Rwandan government expressed regret over pursuing arbitration, saying it was compelled by the UK's refusal to negotiate amid MEDP challenges.