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UK Reportedly Remains Unmoved on Slave Trade Reparations, Rejects Apology at Commonwealth Summit
UK Reportedly Remains Unmoved on Slave Trade Reparations, Rejects Apology at Commonwealth Summit
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This stance comes as 15 Caribbean nations prepare to raise the issue of reparations at the summit. These countries, which were deeply impacted by the slave... 21.10.2024, Sputnik Africa
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Despite mounting pressure from Caribbean nations, the British government has reiterated its refusal to apologize for its role in the transatlantic slave trade or consider paying reparations.A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the issue will not be on the agenda of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Samoa.While acknowledging the historical wrongs of the British Empire, the government insists its focus is on addressing "today's pressing challenges" and fostering economic growth within the Commonwealth.In a 2022 study, the US-based Brattle Group estimated that the UK alone should pay at least $24 trillion in reparations, with Jamaica deserving $9.6 trillion of that sum.In addition, while Prince Charles, now king, acknowledged the "error" of the British Empire's colonial policies at the 2022 Commonwealth summit in Rwanda, he stopped short of a direct apology, reflecting Buckingham Palace's desire to avoid discussions on potential reparations.
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UK Reportedly Remains Unmoved on Slave Trade Reparations, Rejects Apology at Commonwealth Summit
17:49 21.10.2024 (Updated: 18:50 21.10.2024) Muhammad Nooh Osman
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This stance comes as 15 Caribbean nations prepare to raise the issue of reparations at the summit. These countries, which were deeply impacted by the slave trade, are seeking a minimum of £206 billion ($270 billion) from London.
Despite mounting pressure from Caribbean nations, the British government has reiterated its refusal to apologize for its role in the
transatlantic slave trade or consider paying reparations.
A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the issue will not be on the agenda of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Samoa.
While acknowledging the historical wrongs of the
British Empire, the government insists its focus is on addressing "today's pressing challenges" and fostering economic growth within the Commonwealth.
In a 2022 study, the US-based Brattle Group estimated that the UK alone should pay at least $24 trillion in reparations, with Jamaica deserving $9.6 trillion of that sum.
In addition, while Prince Charles, now king, acknowledged the "error" of the British Empire's colonial policies at the 2022 Commonwealth summit in Rwanda, he stopped short of a direct apology, reflecting Buckingham Palace's desire to avoid discussions on potential reparations.
