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UK Explores Alternatives to Controversial Chagos Islands Deal

4/13/2026

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UK government officials are exploring alternatives to Sir Keir Starmer's Mauritius deal on the Chagos Islands.
The Mauritius deal would transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius for £51 billion.
It faces legal challenges and has diminished support from the United States.
Separately, the government plans legislation to reshape the UK's relationship with the European Union (EU).
Critics warn the bill could enable EU alignment without full parliamentary scrutiny.

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UK government officials are exploring alternatives to Sir Keir Starmer's Mauritius deal on the Chagos Islands.
The Mauritius deal would transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius for £51 billion.
It faces legal challenges and has diminished support from the United States.
Separately, the government plans legislation to reshape the UK's relationship with the European Union (EU).
Critics warn the bill could enable EU alignment without full parliamentary scrutiny.