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New Caledonia’s Bougival Accord offers path beyond independence deadlock
The Interpreter
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July 16, 2025
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...
‘Voyage to Zero’ | Shipping company launches new program
The Fiji Times
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July 15, 2025
Swire Shipping launched its Voyage to Zero carbon insetting program onboard its MV Apia Chief vessel in Suva last week. Carbon insetting allows companies to reduce their carbon footprint by investing in emissions reduction or carbon removal...
New Caledonia to become a state in 'historic' agreement, but will remain French
Euronews
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July 13, 2025
By Evelyn Ann-Marie Dom with AP 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...
France says the South Pacific territory of New Caledonia will have more freedoms
myMotherLode - California
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July 12, 2025
PARIS (AP) — France announced a sweeping, hard-fought agreement Saturday aimed at granting more autonomy to the restive South Pacific territory of New Caledonia, but stopping short of the independence sought by many Indigenous Kanaks. The...
France Strikes Deal To Establish 'State Of New Caledonia' Under New Constitutional Status
MENAFN
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July 12, 2025
(MENAFN- AzerNews) Political leaders in New Caledonia have signed a deal with the French government to establish a new political entity known as the “State of New Caledonia,” which will be enshrined in the French Constitution, French media...
Paris summit discusses New Caledonia's future amid calls for self-rule
Pacific Media Network
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French President Emmanuel Macron has brought together leaders from New Caledonia for a meeting to talk about the territory's future. The recent Paris summit comes a year after serious riots shook the region. New Caledonia is a French...
New Caledonia tourism recovery is slow but steady after civil unrest
Pacific Media Network
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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...
France, New Caledonia Restart Talks After Deadly Unrest Over Electoral Revisions
Times News Global
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July 5, 2025
PARIS – New Caledonia‘s rival factions have gathered in Paris this week to resume talks with the French government, which were stalled for over a year following deadly riots that rocked the overseas territory. The discussions aim to establish a...
EU energy transition: European commission announces Strategic Projects outside of the EU to boost critical materials value chain
JD Supra - California
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July 10, 2025
Following the commission’s announcement in March of the first 47 Strategic Projects under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Act) located within the EU (discussed in our previous article, the commission has confirmed 13 Strategic Projects located...
Macron suggests new options for New Caledonia’s future status
RNZ
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July 4, 2025
Demonstration in support New Caledonia against the unfreezing of the electoral body, Place de la Republique, in Paris. 25 May 2024. Photo: AFP / Fiora Garenzi / Hans Lucas French President Emmanuel Macron's has unveiled a range of options...
Reframing the French Indo-Pacific: New Caledonia, How to Overcome the Geopolitical Impasse?
The Diplomat
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July 4, 2025
As Emmanuel Macron wrapped up his visits to Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore – where he delivered the keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue at the end of May – the French president reaffirmed the Indo-Pacific’s strategic importance for both...
Macron, top leaders open New Caledonia’s summit in Paris
RNZ
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July 3, 2025
France's President Emmanuel Macron, left, France's Minister of Overseas Manuel Valls, France's Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, President of the French National Assembly Yael Braun-Pivet, Secretary General of the French Presidency Emmanuel Moulin,...
Record 2.5 tonnes of cocaine seized off New Caledonia on Panama-flagged vessel bound for Australia
RNZ
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July 1, 2025
French customs officers board a ship as part of anti-drug traffic operation. Photo: Supplied / Douane France A record 2.5 tonnes of cocaine were seized last week off New Caledonia, the French High Commission in New Caledonia said on Thursday. The...
French national strategy report highlights China's threats to Taiwan
Focus Taiwan
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July 16, 2025
Paris, July 15 (CNA) France's latest national strategic report has highlighted China's repeated military exercises around Taiwan and asserted that Beijing's escalating pressure on Taipei has created unease in the region. The 2025 National...
Baudinet aims for historic Davis Cup doubles record
Cook Island News
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July 15, 2025
Cook Islander Brett Baudinet is three wins away from claiming the world record for the most doubles wins in Davis Cup history. VTF/25071420 Cook Islands tennis veteran Brett Baudinet is set to compete in his 21st Davis Cup, aiming for a historic...
Meet Thomas – SPTO’s New Marketing Intern from New Caledonia!
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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June 27, 2025
There’s a new face in the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) family—Thomas, our new Marketing Intern from New Caledonia! SPTO Chief Executive Officer Christopher Cocker welcomed the French-speaking intern to the SPTO team and highlighted that...
New Caledonia Groupama Race update
Sail-World
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June 17, 2025
by Nic Douglass 17 Jun 03:51 PDT Timeline of events for Rushour capsize The New Caledonia Groupama Race organizers were informed last night at 1:20AM of the activation of two distress beacons by Rushour, which was leading the race on line honours...
Discover New Caledonia: Hidden Islands, Eco-Adventures & Cruising the Pacific
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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June 19, 2025
Discover New Caledonia: Hidden Islands, Eco-Adventures & Cruising the Pacific New Caledonia is more than just its vibrant capital, Nouméa. This Pacific paradise offers stunning natural beauty, rich Kanak culture, and unique travel experiences for...
Deep-sea mining: has Trump unleashed a scramble for the seabed?
Swissinfo
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June 26, 2025
The "Hidden Gem", belonging to the Swiss company Allseas, could pave the way for seabed mining, following the signing of the US executive order. 2022 Sopa Images Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your...
Nickel Mining Threatens Raja Ampat's Marine Biodiversity, Including Sperm Whales
Tempo.co
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June 19, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Raja Ampat islands, which have long been known as the center of the world's marine biodiversity, are now facing a serious threat due to nickel mining activities. Meutia Samira Ismet, a marine science and technology lecturer...