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Seno Keira Starmer’s press -secretary announced on Tuesday that “it is now between us and the Mauritius government to complete the deal after discussion with the US.”
The pact will lead to UK Passing the sovereignty of the islands of Mauritius in exchange for leasing Diego Garcia, the largest atoll to the Indian ocean archipelago, for 99 years, with the ability to expand it by another 40 years.
The UK government has handed over a US veto administration that operates for the draft agreement, given the consequences of security for the UK’s decisive joint military base on Diego Garcia.
Senior Republicans have caused criticism on the draft transaction, warning that it could increase China’s interests in the region. Starmer also encountered a fierce political opposition to the UK’s transaction, including the Conservatives who started negotiations – and UK reforms.
But in an incentive for Starmer, Trump gave a sign when the couple met at the Oval office in February that he was inclined to throw his support for the plan.
“I have to see the details, but it doesn’t seem bad.
On Tuesday, people familiar with the negotiations said they did not believe that the agreement requires additional Washington approval.
Downing -Rate did not give the terms of completion and ratification of the contract between London and Port -Louis.
Britain first launched official talks with Mauritius In the islands of something, also known as the British Indian Overseas Territory, in 2022 after the years of dispersal over the archipelago.
The move took place after the advisory conclusion issued by the International Court found that the UK should complete its sovereignty of the islands as soon as possible. Britain also lost support on this issue in the UN.
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