Historic vote paves way for Chagos Islands' return to Mauritius
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The long-standing issue of the Chagos Islands has taken a significant turn this week, as the British House of Commons voted in favor of a bill supporting the retrocession of the archipelago to Mauritius.
Breakdown
- British House of Commons voted to support the transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. 6s
- The bill affirms Mauritian sovereignty but keeps Diego Garcia under a 99-year military lease. 19s
- Mauritius will receive $136 million per year for the lease, with a trust fund for Chagosians. 37s
- The agreement does not require resettlement of displaced islanders. 51s
- Some Chagosians fear returning home may become more difficult after the transfer. 57s