New Caledonia

A plan to create three new provinces in the Papua region highlights how Jakarta's development approach has failed to resolve a long-running conflict.

Pro-independence groups boycotted the vote, COVID-19 further limited participation in the third referendum on the question of independence from France.

A recent report illustrates that the people of the Pacific believe corruption is a massive problem for both them and their governments.

A second independence referendum, of a possible three, is scheduled for October 4.

On November 4, New Caledonia said “yes” to France, but the island needs to take a long-term view of its regional engagement.

An interview with Alexandre Dayant on New Caledonia's independence referendum and the future of France in the Pacific.

A discussion with Colin Filer and Pierre-Yves Le Meur.

The islands need to carefully weigh the benefits of Chinese investment with the potential risks.

The outcome of the French presidential election has ramifications for Paris' Pacific territories.

Though perhaps overlooked, France has long been an Asian power and intends to remain so in the 21st century.

The world's newest states are likely to emerge from the Pacific Islands. Why is no one paying attention?