Foreign Office minister Stephen Doughty joins Sophy Ridge to discuss ongoing controversy about the UK’s deal to give Mauritius control over the Chagos Islands.
The government says the deal to hand over the overseas territory is consistent with its adherence to international law, while ensuring continued use of a UK-US military base on the Diego Garcia island.
The deal was backed by Joe Biden, but there have been reports – not confirmed by the man himself – that Donald Trump isn’t keen.
Mr Doughty says the government is happy for the new administration to have time to look over the deal, saying there’s "no rush".
Asked if Mr Trump could get a veto, he adds: "It’s very, very important the US absolutely is comfortable with this arrangement."
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