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The governments of the Republic of Mauritius and the UK gave a statement on the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia.
The British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) is administered from London. We work to support security and good governance, and preserve marine environment and historical heritage.
Joint statement between the governments of the Republic of Mauritius and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland concerning the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia
UK and Mauritius have reached a historic agreement to secure the strategically important UK-US military base on Diego Garcia.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy gave a statement on the conclusion of negotiations on the exercise of sovereignty over the British Indian Ocean Territory.
This guidance is for people of Chagossian descent who have, or are applying for, British citizenship and are planning to move to the UK.
This information pack contains guidance for British citizens of Chagossian descent arriving in the UK.
The Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary joined elected Leaders and Representatives of the UK Overseas Territories for the twelfth Joint Ministerial Council.
This information pack contains guidance for British citizens of Chagossian descent who are considering relocating to the UK.
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