Mauritius has said it has not received any official proposal from the United States regarding the future of the Chagos Islands, following reports that Washington may be exploring alternative plans for the disputed territory.
The government of Mauritius stated that it has neither been contacted directly nor indirectly by the US administration about any separate arrangement concerning the Chagos Archipelago or the strategic Diego Garcia military base.
This response comes after reports that the White House was considering options related to the islands, which are currently part of an ongoing sovereignty dispute involving Mauritius and the United Kingdom.
Mauritius maintained that its claim over the Chagos Archipelago remains firm and non-negotiable, reiterating its long-standing position on sovereignty.
The issue is tied to the wider dispute involving the UK and Mauritius over the islands, where the United States operates a key military base on Diego Garcia. Britain had previously agreed to transfer sovereignty to Mauritius while maintaining control of the base under a lease arrangement, but the process has faced political and legal delays.
Officials in Mauritius emphasized that no new negotiations or proposals had been presented, despite media reports suggesting discussions within the US administration.
The government reaffirmed that any resolution must respect its sovereignty claims and existing international legal positions on the islands.
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