UK Faces Backlash Over Chagos Islands Handover to Mauritius

Critics argue the deal undermines British strategic interests and raises concerns over Chinese influence.

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized the decision as making the UK appear weak and compromising Western security.
The agreement allows the UK and US to maintain a military presence on Diego Garcia for 99 years, despite ceding sovereignty.
Opponents, including the Conservative Party, demand a parliamentary vote to scrutinize the deal's terms.
Concerns have been raised about potential Chinese encroachment and the impact on other British territories like the Falklands.
The International Court of Justice had previously ruled the UK's administration of the Chagos Islands as unlawful.