US EditionMauritius demands more money for Chagos Islands
- Mauritius has demanded more money in negotiations regarding the Chagos Islands, which crossed a red line for British negotiators, according to Whitehall sources.
- The proposed agreement would grant Mauritius sovereignty over the Chagos Islands while allowing US and UK military operations to continue for 99 years.
- UK officials believe the Mauritian government is exploiting Britain's desire to finalize a deal to mitigate legal risks associated with the Diego Garcia base shared with the US.
- The British taxpayer might face an estimated cost of around £9 billion for the deal, although the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has not confirmed this amount.
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