The tiny Mauritian island of Agalega, once home to a close-knit community of 350 residents, faces significant change due to a new military collaboration between Mauritius and India. Recent developments include a 3km runway and jetty, raising concerns among locals about potential militarization. Activist Arnaud Poulay, who left the island over these changes, fears a loss of community and autonomy akin to the Chagos Islands’ history. While the Mauritian government maintains that the facilities won’t displace residents, the community is apprehensive about the implications of India’s military presence amidst growing tensions with China in the Indian Ocean region.