The deputy PM said the UK was "quibbling" over the sum to be handed over to Mauritius.

The Conservatives say it compromises UK security, while Nigel Farage says it has caused "deep disquiet" in Donald Trump's team.

Navin Ramgoolam says the original agreement did not benefit his nation enough.

The announcement comes after Mauritius's new prime minister expressed doubts over the deal.

The UK foreign secretary dismisses criticism of the agreement as "politicking" before elections.

Navinchandra Ramgoolam, in power for a fortnight, spoke after meeting British envoy Jonathan Powell.

Navin Ramgoolam, 77, is appointed prime minister and begins his third stint in the job.

India has built a 3km-long runway on Agalega and no-one has fully explained why, angering residents.