Rwanda Loses $135M Claim Against UK In Failed Migrant Deal

June 3, 2026 · WOWERI

Rwanda loses $135M claim against the UK over a failed migrant deal. The Permanent Court of Arbitration has denied Rwanda's claim.

Rwanda Loses $135M Claim Against UK In Failed Migrant Deal

Rwanda has lost a $135M claim against the UK over a failed migrant deal. The Permanent Court of Arbitration has denied Rwanda's claim, which was filed after the UK scrapped a plan to relocate migrants to Rwanda. According to sources, the UK had planned to pay Rwanda $135M to take in migrants who initially arrived on British shores. However, the plan was met with criticism from human rights organizations and was ultimately dropped.

Implications of the Decision

The decision of the Permanent Court of Arbitration is a significant blow to Rwanda, which had been counting on receiving a substantial sum of money from the UK. This decision also highlights the complexities and challenges associated with international migration agreements.

What it Means for Migrants

This decision will not have a direct impact on migrants who are already in the UK or Rwanda. However, it may influence future migration policies and agreements between countries.

Source: law360.com