US officials are reportedly drafting a proposal to purchase the Chagos Archipelago directly from Mauritius as early as this week.
The move aims to secure the long-term future of Diego Garcia, a critical American air and naval base in the Indian Ocean used for long-range bomber missions. By dealing directly with Mauritius, the US would bypass the United Kingdom, which recently agreed to return the islands to Mauritius while maintaining a 99-year lease on the base. Supporters of the potential deal argue it prevents regional instability and ensures the US is not subject to a foreign power's lease terms for such a vital outpost.
The proposal remains in the early stages and would require complex diplomatic maneuvering to navigate existing international treaties and UK sovereignty claims.
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