British Indian Ocean Territory - Government
Based on the etymolgy of British Indian Ocean Territory, it was self-descriptive name specifying the territory's affiliation and location. The Government system in this country is the type and the different Administrative divisions includes:
National symbols

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The flag
The National flag of British Indian Ocean Territory has white with six blue wavy horizontal stripes; the flag of the UK is in the upper hoist-side quadrant; the striped section bears a palm tree and yellow crown (the symbols of the territory) centered on the outer half of the flag; the wavy stripes represent the Indian Ocean; although not officially described, the six blue stripes may stand for the six main atolls of the archipelago.
The National Anthem
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More about the government of British Indian Ocean Territory
Date of Independence
National holiday
Legal system the laws of the UK apply where applicable
International law organization participation
Constitution
History British Indian Ocean Territory (Constitution) Order 2004
Executive Branch
Chief of state King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022)
Head of government Commissioner Paul CANDLER (since 8 July 2021); Administrator Balraj DHANDA; note - both reside in the UK and are represented by Commander Colvin OSBORN, RN, Officer commanding British Forces on Diego Garcia (since January 2022)
Cabinet NA
Elections/appointments the monarchy is hereditary; commissioner and administrator appointed by the monarch
Diplomatic representation in the US
Diplomatic representation from the US
Embassy None (overseas territory of the UK)
Key Political parties and their leaders in British Indian Ocean Territory
    • International organization participation
  • UPU
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    British Indian Ocean Territory is found in Eastern Africa