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Indian Fishermen Detained Near Diego Garcia

  • 14 Jan 2025
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Source: TH 

  • 15 Indian fishermen were detained by the British Navy near Diego Garcia for allegedly crossing the maritime boundary. 
  • This is part of a broader issue where Tamil Nadu fishermen are frequently detained by both the Sri Lankan navy and the British navy, affecting their livelihood and safety. 
  • About Diego Garcia: 
    • Diego Garcia is located in the Indian Ocean and it is the largest island of the Chagos Archipelago. 
    • The Chagos Archipelago was once part of Mauritius but was separated in 1965 to create the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT). 
      • It is administered by Britain but leased to the US in 1966 for military purposes. It became a fully operational military base in 1986. 
    • It was a key location in the US overseas war on terror operations following al-Qaeda’s September 11 attacks on the US in 2001.   
  • In October 2024, Britain agreed to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius but will retain sovereign rights over Diego Garcia. 

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Read More: Chagos Archipelago and Diego Garcia Island 

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