The UK has reached a historic agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while maintaining the strategic joint military base on Diego Garcia in collaboration with the US. This decision follows decades of international pressure and legal challenges, including rulings from the International Court of Justice and the UN General Assembly. The agreement, praised by US President Joe Biden, aims to secure the operational future of the base, which is crucial for regional and global security amidst geopolitical tensions. The treaty is seen as a demonstration of the peaceful resolution of disputes and a commitment to international law, with support from international partners including India and the US. However, there is no immediate clarity on the potential return of displaced Chagossians, an issue that has been contentious since their eviction in the 1960s. The UK and Mauritius are in the process of finalizing the treaty and supporting legal instruments to complete the agreement.