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USA: Military Bases

Asked by Mike WoodConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 20766

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the answer of 27 July 2026 to Question HL2193 on USA: Military Bases, whether there is a timetable for the UK Government to agree with the US Government to amend the Exchange of Notes to facilitate the passage of the UK's proposed Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill, and what is the current position of the US Government on whether they are willing to amend the Exchange of Notes.

Answered by Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

We have always been clear that the US Government must be content with the agreement before we proceed with ratifying the treaty. We will continue to work with the US and Mauritius to find a way forward that is in the UK's best interests and protects our national security.

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