Evidence and Records

This section houses all verifiable documents, archival materials, and strategic submissions that support the Maldivian claim over the Chagos Archipelago. It is a living archive, preserving the legal, diplomatic, and historical foundations of our civic stance. Each sub-section provides direct access to critical evidence used in international discourse, legal processes, and public education.

Dropdown Submenus + Content Structure:

1. Legal Submissions

Official legal arguments and filings by Maldivians for Chagos and affiliated experts.

Includes:

Amicus briefs
Legal memoranda
Rebuttals to Mauritius’ claims
Submissions to the Maldives Parliament, HRC, or regional legal bodies
Civic petitions and legal notices

2. UN / ITLOS / ICJ Materials

Official documents from the UN system, ITLOS, and ICJ related to Chagos and decolonisation.

Includes:

UN General Assembly resolutions (especially 1514, 2066, 73/295)
ICJ advisory opinion on Chagos (2019)
ITLOS Special Chamber ruling (2021)
Statements by the Maldives, Mauritius, and the UK
Meeting records from UN C-24 (Decolonisation Committee)
Voting records and submissions

3. Briefings and Downloads (new submenu)

Digestible public materials for outreach, education, and campaign support.

Includes:

Fact sheets & talking points
PDF briefings on history, law, and geography
Infographics and maps
Slide decks for public speaking
Civic campaign toolkits
Translated versions (Dhivehi/English)

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