A British Overseas Territory (BOT) is a jurisdiction under British sovereignty but not part of the [[United Kingdom (UK)]] itself. These territories retain connections to the UK while maintaining significant self-governance. Key features: - British sovereign control - Local self-government - UK responsible for: * Defense * International relations * Ensuring good governance * Ultimate responsibility Current territories include: - Caribbean: [[Bermuda]], [[Cayman Islands]], [[British Virgin Islands (BVI)]] - Mediterranean: [[Gibraltar]] - Atlantic: [[Falkland Islands]] - Indian Ocean: [[British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT)]] - Others: Including various smaller territories Status: - British citizenship rights - UK protection - Independent domestic policy - Own legal systems - Usually tax-neutral jurisdictions These territories often serve as significant financial centers while maintaining British legal traditions and protection.