Burnham seeks Chagos Islands resolution amid Trump opposition

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Sept, 18:13

Andy Burnham met Donald Trump, who criticised the UK government's agreement over the Chagos Islands.

The government is seeking a resolution on the Chagos Islands with Mauritius, though no deal is yet finalised. During his first meeting with Trump, the US President attacked the agreement as a 'terrible deal', citing the archipelago's strategic importance.

How it is being reported

• Donald Trump launches fresh attack on Labour's 'terrible deal' to surrender Chagos Islands in first meeting with Andy BurnhamDaily Mail · 22 Sept, 18:01
• Burnham to find Chagos Islands resolution with Mauritius after Trump administration pushbackThe Independent · 22 Sept, 13:05

In this story: Andy Burnham · Donald Trump · Mauritius · Chagos Islands · UK Government

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