Mauritius says talks with UK over Chagos Islands are stuck over money

Negotiations between Mauritius and the UK over the future of the Chagos Islands are stalled, with money being a key issue. The UK would relinquish sovereignty over the archipelago to Mauritius but maintain a lease for the Diego Garcia military base. The exact financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, leading to concerns and criticism from both sides. The new Mauritian government is seeking changes to the agreement, with Deputy Prime Minister Paul Bérenger highlighting the importance of sovereignty and financial considerations. Both countries remain committed to finalizing a treaty, but the specifics of the deal continue to be a point of contention.

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