The UK-Mauritius Chagos Treaty – the way ahead
It has taken 25 years to reach this point. Perhaps Mauritius’ 60th Independence Day celebration on 12 March 2028 will be the moment to mark the final implementation of this historic treaty
By David Snoxell
Since my article of 18 July ‘Chagos Agreement: A New Chapter for UK-Mauritius Relations’ there have been several developments concerning the process towards ratification of the treaty which was signed by both prime ministers on 22 May. The British Government introduced primary legislation in Parliament on 15 July to enable the Agreement to be implemented. This is the Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill. As Parliament went into recess on 22 July and resumes on 1 Sept, debate on the Bill will begin next week.
UK-Mauritius Treaty. Pic – YouTube
The signed treaty was laid before Parliament on 22 May and thoroughly scrutinised in debates in both Houses. The scrutiny period ended on 3 July. Neither House objected to the government proceeding to ratify the treaty.* Read More… Become a Subscriber
Mauritius Times ePaper Friday 5 September 2025
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