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UK to Cede Chagos Islands to Mauritius, But US Base Will Remain

UK to Cede Chagos Islands to Mauritius, But US Base Will Remain

By Shannon Tiezzi
The U.K. will maintain de facto control over Diego Garcia, and the crucial U.S. military facility there, for another 99 years.

India Is Embracing a ‘Net Security Provider’ Role in the Indian Ocean Region

India Is Embracing a ‘Net Security Provider’ Role in the Indian Ocean Region

By Samir Bhattacharya
New infrastructure built by India in Mauritius demonstrates New Delhi's commitment to cementing its security presence in the IOR.
Why Boris Johnson Is Wrong About the British Indian Ocean Territory

Why Boris Johnson Is Wrong About the British Indian Ocean Territory

By Peter Harris
It’s long past time to decolonize the Chagos Islands. None of the former PM’s reasons for keeping control is convincing. 

No, Mauritius Will Not Give China a Military Base on the Chagos Islands

No, Mauritius Will Not Give China a Military Base on the Chagos Islands

By Peter Harris
Fears of China occupying Diego Garcia have no basis in reality and should not be a pretext for Britain retaining control of the islands.

Mauritians Want to Reclaim the Chagos Islands. President Biden Should Support Them.

Mauritians Want to Reclaim the Chagos Islands. President Biden Should Support Them.

By Peter Harris
Only by acknowledging Mauritian sovereignty over the Chagos, including Diego Garcia, can the United States ensure that its military base is placed on a sustainable – and legal – footing.

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Mauritius Presses Claim for Indian Ocean Islands Under ‘Unlawful’ UK Administration

Mauritius Presses Claim for Indian Ocean Islands Under ‘Unlawful’ UK Administration

By David Rising
The ICJ founded in 2019 that Mauritius is the rightful owner of the Chagos Islands, which are currently administered by Britain and host a crucial U.S. military base.

Colombo Security Conclave: A New Minilateral for the Indian Ocean?

Colombo Security Conclave: A New Minilateral for the Indian Ocean?

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
India’s sees subregional engagement, like the expanding Colombo Security Conclave, as critical for securing its strategic interests.
Darshana M. Baruah on Indian Ocean Geopolitics

Darshana M. Baruah on Indian Ocean Geopolitics

By Shannon Tiezzi
“To better understand the unraveling Indian Ocean geopolitics, it is important to study and understand the new maritime identities of the Indian Ocean islands.”

The Mauritius Disaster: Overlooked Dimensions of Maritime Security

The Mauritius Disaster: Overlooked Dimensions of Maritime Security

By Christian Bueger
For small states, oil spills are national security threats – yet few governments are prepared to deal with them.

Diego Garcia: Troubling Past, Uncertain Future

Diego Garcia: Troubling Past, Uncertain Future

By David Vine
How disputed islands, a US military base, and an exiled people’s fate reflect a transforming world.

A First: India Begins Military Exercises With 17 African Countries

A First: India Begins Military Exercises With 17 African Countries

By Ankit Panda
AFINDEX-19 underscores India’s growing military-to-military ties with a range of African states.
America’s Golden Opportunity to Demonstrate Its Support for ‘International Order ‘

America’s Golden Opportunity to Demonstrate Its Support for ‘International Order ‘

By Mark J. Valencia
Will U.S. support for international law extend to respecting an ICJ ruling that jeopardizes an important naval base?

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