A panel of international arbitrators has ruled against Rwanda's claim for £100 million ($134 million) from the United Kingdom regarding a refugee resettlement agreement that was annulled by Prime Minister Keir Starmer shortly after he took office in 2024. The agreement, initially established in 2022 by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, aimed to transfer migrants arriving in the UK to Rwanda for asylum processing. Following the cancellation, Rwanda sought compensation for the expected payments, but the tribunal found that diplomatic communications indicated an understanding that the UK would not fulfill these financial obligations. The UK government emphasized its successful defense in the arbitration, asserting that it is now concentrating on reforms to control illegal immigration and enhance border security. The Supreme Court of the UK had previously ruled the policy unlawful, citing safety concerns regarding Rwanda as a destination for migrants. The ruling was formally announced on Monday, although it was dated May 15. No immediate response from the Rwandan government has been reported.