Diego Garcia (naval base)

Diego Garcia is a remote atoll in the Indian Ocean, serving as a strategic U.S. military naval base. Owned by the United Kingdom but operated primarily by the U.S., it provides critical capabilities for naval operations, surveillance, and logistics. Its location offers control over important shipping routes and supports military partnerships in the region. The base is not a civilian port or inhabited community but a purpose-built military installation, playing a key role in national security, maritime security, and international military cooperation.