New Caledonia
Series of violent weekend incidents in Greater Nouméa area
Several people have been injured after a series of violent confrontations with law enforcement agencies.
France and Vanuatu talk cooperation, weapons
French Armed Forces Commander in New Caledonia General Yann Latil was in Vanuatu on Friday where he held meetings with Vanuatu Mobile Forces Commander Colonel Ben Nicholson.
Survey in New Caledonia explores alternative future options
The study, under the 'The Inclusive Peace Project', involves universities from England, Canada, and Japan, and considers options like sovereignty, partnership, free association, and federalism. Audio
Study underway in New Caledonia to determine future status
A political scientist in New Caledonia is surveying citizens of the French Territory to find out what they would prefer the future status of the country to be. Audio
French minister wraps up New Caledonia talks: 'We have to move forward'
Minister for Overseas Manuel Valls left New Caledonia on Saturday after a one-week stay which was marked by the resumption of inclusive political talks on the French territory's future.
New Caledonia's politicians hold first bipartisan meeting in years
The meeting, held behind closed doors at New Caledonia's Congress, was a precursor to further talks scheduled later this week, in negotiation mode.
France's Minister Valls faces tough talks in New Caledonia over political future
As the French Minister for Overseas lands in New Caledonia on Saturday to pursue talks on its political future, the situation on the ground has again gained tension over the past few days.
Valls in New Caledonia: war of words and clashes
French Minister for Overseas Manuel Valls' first two days in New Caledonia have been marred by several clashes with local pro-France.
Parties in New Caledonia prepare for talks with Minister from Paris
There's a very big bridge to cross before people come to shake hands, says Pacific journalist Nic Maclellan. Audio
Top leadership changes in New Caledonia's nickel stakeholder
French mining giant Eramet has announced major changes in its leadership.
New Caledonia's Loyalty Islands face huge debt
New Caledonia's Loyalty Islands province has announced it is facing a staggering debt of approximately €62.8 million.
Post riots back-to-school disruptions in New Caledonia
New Caledonia's post-May 2024 riots' economic and social impact is taking its toll on over 62,000 children returning to school today.
Top French diplomat confirms talks on 'unfreezing' New Caledonia's electoral roll
Véronique Roger-Lacan says part of the pro-independence group agrees unfreezing the electoral list "is the way to go", and it will be on the French Overseas Minister's agenda in Nouméa next week.
