Source · Select Committees · International Agreements Committee
Recommendation 62
62
Like all treaties, the Agreement reflects a compromise between the views of the two Parties.
Conclusion
Like all treaties, the Agreement reflects a compromise between the views of the two Parties. It is not perfect. The cost to the UK taxpayer is high. The Agreement does not guarantee that Chagossians can return to the islands. There are some uncertainties around the future of the marine protected area. There is no guarantee of an extension to the Agreement after the initial 99-year period and questions have been raised about the enforceability of the right of first refusal.
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 25 September 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗