New Caledonia’s Bougival Accord offers path beyond independence deadlock

A breakthrough in negotiations might finally see progress towards settling the long-running question of New Caledonia’s political status. The Bougival Accord, signed on 12 July at a meeting convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, falls short...

Wallis & Futuna Comes Alive: Culture, Sport, and the AIRCALIN MANATAI CUP 2025

Wallis & Futuna, a hidden gem in the South Pacific, recently hosted the AIRCALIN MANATAI CUP 2025 from August 9th to 16th. Organized by Aircalin Manatai and supported by Wallis & Futuna Tourism, this event celebrated traditional sports, local...

New Caledonia’s Political Parties Commit To “Historic” Deal In France

Patrick Decloitre, Correspondent French Pacific Desk New Caledonia's pro-and-anti-independence parties committed on Saturday to a 'historic' deal regarding the future political status of the French Pacific territory, which is set to become, for...

FLNKS to meet, as independence forces debate New Caledonia agreement

By Nic Maclellan The main independence coalition in New Caledonia, the Front de Libération Nationale Kanak et Socialiste (FLNKS), will hold an extraordinary Congress next Saturday 9 August, to debate the Bougival agreement and the way forward on...

New Caledonia to gain state status and own nationality under French deal after separatist violence

PARIS, July 13 — France yesterday announced a “historic” accord with New Caledonia in which the overseas territory, rocked by deadly separatist violence last year, would remain French but be declared a new state. “A State of New Caledonia within...

New Caledonia to become a state in 'historic' agreement, but will remain French

By&nbspEvelyn Ann-Marie Dom&nbspwith&nbspAP Published on 13/07/2025 - 9:19 GMT+2•Updated 9:26 France announced a deal with New Caledonia on Saturday, which grants the overseas South Pacific territory more autonomy. The agreement, however, stops...

New Caledonia autonomy deal highlights viable model for territorial dispute resolution, echoes Morocco's Sahara proposal

A landmark agreement between the French government and political representatives from New Caledonia was reached after ten days of negotiations near Paris, setting the path for advanced autonomy for the Pacific archipelago under French sovereignty....

New Caledonia to be declared a state in ‘historic’ agreement – but will remain French

France has announced a “historic” accord with New Caledonia in which the overseas territory, rocked by deadly separatist violence last year, would remain French but be declared a new state. “A State of New Caledonia within the Republic: it’s a bet...

New Caledonia’s political parties commit to ‘historic’ statehood deal

By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia’s pro-and-anti-independence parties have committed to an “historic” deal over the future political status of the French Pacific territory, which is set to become —...

New Caledonia’s leaders reach ‘historic’ deal on French territory’s future

Political leaders in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia reached an agreement about the archipelago's future on Saturday. This includes the creation of a State of New Caledonia, which will be written into the French Constitution. The...

New Caledonian swimmer determined despite injured foot

Even with an injured left foot, Adeline Williams, of New Caledonia is still determined to do her best and make her country proud. Adeline settled for bronze in the 200 meters backstroke, swimming with a fractured foot on Tuesday night, but is up...

France and New Caledonia Have Reached a Compromise. Will It Work?

In mid-July, after many months of tense negotiations between France and New Caledonia’s pro- and anti-independence parties, a new agreement was finally reached. Named for the town outside Paris where the last round of talks took place, the...

New Caledonia tourism recovery is slow but steady after civil unrest

New Caledonia’s tourism industry is gradually recovering more than a year after civil unrest disrupted travel and caused major economic damage. The unrest unfolded in May 2024 when pro-independence supporters rejected France’s decision to...

The forgotten Algerians of New Caledonia

Memory: Emmanuelle Eriale, director of the Musée du Bagne (prison museum) on Nou Island, Nouméa, New Caledonia, 20 May 2021 Theo Rouby · AFP · Getty Seen from the air, the rows of white stones are striking. Stepping through the green gate topped...

World’s first Indigenous-led ocean reserve a step closer to reality

A project to develop the world’s first Indigenous-led marine protected area operating across the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia is one step closer to reality, with resources now committed to the development of the...

One Year After State of Emergency: Proposed Agreement Would Give New Caledonia More Autonomy

One year after seven people lost their lives in riots, businesses suffered hundreds of millions in losses, and a state of emergency was declared for New Caledonia, French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a proposed agreement to give New...

Historic deal recognizes the ‘State of New Caledonia’ within France

The historic deal was announced on July 12, 2025. Photo from the Facebook page of Philippe Gomès, the former president of the government of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. Various parties signed a historic...

Solomon Islands Commits Ministerial Resources To World’s First Indigenous-led, Multi-National Ocean Reserve

Press Release – Melanesian Ocean Reserve Led by the governments of the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatuand in partnership with the Islands Knowledge Institute (IKI) and Nia TeroPacific leaders will take the momentum to Climate Week in...

Baku Initiative Group publishes in-depth study on New Caledonia’s 2024 crisis and colonial legacy

The Baku Initiative Group (BIG), in collaboration with international researchers, has released a comprehensive new study titled “New Caledonia: Colonial Legacy, the Struggle for Self-Determination, and the 2024 Crisis.” The report delves into the...

Baku Initiative Group Conducts Research On New Caledonia With Int'l Partners

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 19.​ The Baku Initiative Group (BIG), in collaboration with its international research partners, has published a study titled“New Caledonia: Colonial Legacy, the Struggle for Self-Determination,...