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New Caledonia independence referendum
France’s Colonial Legacy in the Pacific: A Contemporary Crisis
By Patricia O’Brien
Much attention has been paid to France’s relationship with New Caledonia in recent months, but France has also been compelled to address its colonial ties with its other great Pacific territory, French Polynesia.
Fractures in New Caledonia’s Independence Movement Widen, Uncertainty Reigns
By Quentin Comminsoli
The island’s future hangs in the balance as internal turmoil dovetails with the paralysis of the French government.
New Caledonia: Two Dreams, One Political Future
By Catherine Wilson
While the immediate unrest has paused, Kanaks say that sustainable peace is dependent on their grievances being addressed.
In Riot-Stricken New Caledonia, French President Says He Won’t Rush Through Voting Reforms
By Claire Rush and John Leicester
After meetings with both Indigenous Kanaks and the pro-Paris camp, Macron laid out a roadmap that he said could lead to another referendum for the territory.
What’s Behind the Deadly Riots in New Caledonia?
By Adrian Muckle
The violent unrest in New Caledonia is alarming. Sadly, the island territory is no stranger to violence.
France Imposes Curfew in New Caledonia After Protests Turn Violent
By Associated Press
The unrest started as French lawmakers debated voting reforms opposed by the indigenous Kanak people, who have long sought independence.
French Ministers Visit New Caledonia, With Nickel and the Future on the Agenda
By Dechlan Brennan
Two of France’s most senior ministers visited New Caledonia recently as discussions around the nation's political relationship with France continue.
President Macron’s Historic Pacific Visit: A Signal of France’s Regional Step-Up
By Céline Pajon
With Macron's visit to New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and Papua New Guinea, he has a chance to address France's shaken legitimacy in the Pacific.
New Caledonia’s FLNKS Still Seeking Independence
By Dechlan Brennan
FLNKS says it is seeking advice from the International Court of Justice over the 2021 independence referendum, which the pro-independence party boycotted.
French Polynesia’s New Pro-Independence Leadership
By Paco Milhiet
The coming political transition in the island territory will have national and international consequences.
New Caledonia Referendum: ‘No’ to Independence Amid Low Turnout
By Joshua Mcdonald
Pro-independence groups boycotted the vote, COVID-19 further limited participation in the third referendum on the question of independence from France.
New Caledonia Again Ponders Independence From France
By Joshua Mcdonald
A second independence referendum, of a possible three, is scheduled for October 4.
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