The Economic Times

Where are the Chagos Islands, and why this tiny archipelago holds huge global importance

Britain transferred sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing a 99-year lease for the crucial US military base on Diego Garcia. This move, despite criticism from former US President Trump, aims to facilitate the return of displaced Chagossians, though the base island remains excluded. The deal follows international pressure and a UN ruling on decolonization.