New Caledonia
Roch Wamytan: Paris political agreement 'not enough' for Kanaks
The former New Caledonia Congress president says the "draft" deal signed in France last month failed to secure the pro-independence mandate. Audio
Union Calédonienne denounces 'Bougival' deal
New Caledonia's oldest pro-independence party has officially rejected a political agreement on the French territory's political future signed in Paris last month.
New Caledonia's population shrinks by nearly 7000, census reveals
The drop in population to below 265,000 is due to net migration outflow, according to the French National Statistical Institute.
New Caledonia’s politicians to get police protection following death threats
New Caledonian politicians who inked their commitment to a deal with France on 12 July will be offered special police protection, following threats uttered especially on social networks.
New Caledonia deal: 'We need time'
The New Caledonia deal touted as historic by French President Emmanuel Macron seems to be receiving mixed reactions from the public in New Caledonia. Audio
Is New Caledonia's agreement, championed by Macron, a 'new chapter' or a 'betrayal'?
French President Emmanuel Macron hailed it a historic "new chapter" for New Caledonia, bringing a peaceful end to devastating turmoil that has rocked the Pacific territory.
Still a lot of work to do following New Caledonia's 'historic' deal
The jury is still out on whether an historic deal signed by New Caledonia's pro and anti independence parties in Paris will bring an end to the impasse over the territory's future political status. Audio
New Caledonia’s political parties commit to 'historic' deal in France
Pro-and-anti-independence parties committed to a deal regarding the future political status of the French Pacific territory on Saturday.
Macron suggests new options for New Caledonia's future status
As part of a range of possible options, the French president reportedly put on the table an "associated State" status for the French territory, with a "strong link with France".
Macron, top leaders open New Caledonia's summit in Paris
A delegation from political leaders as well as representatives from New Caledonia's economic and civil society have converged to Paris over the past few days.
