BLUF
The important US-UK base Deigo Garcia is part of the Chagos Archipelago. Mauritius claims sovereignty. India’s backing of Mauritius could improve maritime cooperation, intelligence sharing, and access to logistics hubs but alienate the US and UK.Learning Outcomes
• Understand how nations balance values and strategy: India’s position on Chagos highlights how global players weigh legal principles against real-world partnerships.
• Recognise the role of regional influence in global diplomacy.
• Explore geopolitical complexity in post-colonial contexts: The Chagos issue reflects how historical legacies continue to influence today’s international alignments.
