Chagos deal paused over Trump opposition, minister confirms
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The Chagos deal was paused due to opposition from President Trump and the White House.
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A minister confirmed that the Chagos deal has been paused due to opposition from President Trump. Legislation ratifying the agreement will not advance this parliamentary term because of a stand-off with the White House. This means the agreement, which likely concerns the Chagos Archipelago, is effectively stalled. The Trump administration's stance has directly prevented its progression through the current parliamentary session.
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