How the People of the Chagos Islands Won Back the Right to Return to Their Homelands
Briefly

In a surprising turn of events, the British government signed a historic treaty with Mauritius, facilitating the return of the exiled Chagossian people to their homeland, the Chagos Islands. This agreement, made possible in part due to President Trump's unexpected diplomatic stance, includes Britain relinquishing its control over the last African colony. In exchange, Britain retains control over Diego Garcia, a key US military base, while committing £3.4 billion over 99 years. This milestone reflects broader themes of conflict resolution through diplomacy, decolonization, and the rights of displaced peoples.
The recent treaty signed between the British government and Mauritius marks a turning point in decolonization efforts, allowing exiled Chagossians to return home.
Despite ongoing global conflicts, this event serves as a beacon of hope for diplomatic conflict resolution and the rights of indigenous peoples to return to their homelands.
Read at The Nation
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