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Mauritius AG: UK's Chagos Islands Deal Suspension Not a Surprise

Published February 25, 2026, 17:10
Mauritius AG: UK's Chagos Islands Deal Suspension Not a Surprise

The Attorney General of Mauritius, Gavin Glover, stated today that he was not surprised by the announcement that the UK is pausing the ratification process of an agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Glover noted that there had been no discussion regarding the legislative process in the last three weeks and characterized the move as a pause rather than a retreat. He is in close contact with the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office for further clarification.