| Subsequently, BIOT has consisted only of the six main island groups comprising the Chagos Archipelago. |
| The Government of the BIOT consists of a commissioner appointed by the Queen. |
| As almost all residents of the BIOT are members of the United States military, however, in practice crimes are more commonly charged under United States military law. |
| Laws and regulations are promulgated by the commissioner and enforced in the BIOT by Brit rep. |
| Of major concern to the BIOT administration is the relationship with the United States military forces resident on Diego Garcia. |
| There are two transnational political issues which affect Diego Garcia and the BIOT, through the British government. |
