New Caledonia
The Pacific and a “third option” to the independence question
The Pacific Islands is in a period of transition, with two new potential independent states on the horizon. In New Caledonia and Bougainville, referenda on self-determination are…
A hardened atmosphere after New Caledonia’s provincial elections
The outcome of 12 May provincial elections, the last under peace agreements, hardens the atmosphere for essential political discussion about New Caledonia’s future beyond…
Analyses
New Caledonia’s independence referendum: Local and regional implications
As 30 years of peace agreements come to an end, stability in New Caledonia is now at risk
Self-determination in New Caledonia: uncharted waters ahead
As Australia prepares for its parliamentary elections, Congress elections are under way across the Coral Sea in France’s New Caledonia, with potentially game-changing impact on…
New Caledonia’s independence referendum: a reminder of realities
Against New Caledonia’s troubled history, Foreign Minister Marise Payne’s statement was highly appropriate, expressing Australia’s acknowledgement of the achievement by…
New Caledonia to remain part of France
The victory is clear, but certainly not as wide as the loyalists had hoped for.
On Sunday, the people of New Caledonia voted for their territory to stay part of France. To the…
New Caledonia’s independence referendum explained
On Sunday, 4 November, 174,154 voters will vote on the future of New Caledonia, a territory only a couple of hours flight east of Australia. They will be called to the polls…
New Caledonia: the independence vote looms
One month out from New Caledonia’s 4 November independence referendum, the French State has announced a number of steps it has taken to ensure a credible and peaceful process. The…
New Caledonia’s referendum: the delicate dance
In only two months from now, New Caledonia will face an independence referendum. This will bring to an end the Matignon and Noumea Accords, which delivered 30 years of peace…
New Caledonia: boycotts and blockade
Preparations are under way for New Caledonia’s historic independence referendum just two months away. Ongoing constructive dialogue and peaceful campaigning have been marred by…