💨 Abstract

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has been criticized by opponents, who claim it will cost the UK £30 billion and compromise national security. The agreement allows Britain to lease back the Diego Garcia airbase for 99 years with a 24-nautical mile buffer zone. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch argues that the move weakens Britain's position against China and disregards the Chagossian people's wishes.

Courtesy: Ryan Sabey