New Caledonia
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France Senate delegation kicks off economic development mission in New Caledonia
A cross‑party French delegation lands in Nouméa for a week focused on economic development and regional integration in New Caledonia. The talks aim to map practical steps for jobs, investment and closer ties with Oceania markets—a pivot from politics to tomorrow’s opportunities.
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New Caledonia faces dengue epidemic as DENV-1 red alert drives intensified vector control
New Caledonia is grappling with an escalating dengue outbreak, now in an active epidemic phase. As transmission spreads beyond urban cores, authorities are tightening vector-control and personal-protection measures, underscoring the ongoing risk for residents and visitors alike.
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French Assembly Delays New Caledonia Constitutional Reform Debate Amid Last‑Minute Rejection Motion
France’s move to redefine New Caledonia’s constitutional status stalls in the National Assembly as a last-minute motion threatens to derail the debate. Behind the procedural drama, deep rifts between pro- and anti-independence camps could reshape the territory’s future.
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France’s National Assembly Rejects New Caledonia Reform, Sends Bill Back to Senate via Shuttle Process
A controversial bid to redefine New Caledonia’s status stumbled in the French Assembly, triggering a fresh pause in the process. With deep political rifts across camps, the plan’s fate remains uncertain as negotiations move back to the drawing board.
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Why New Caledonia’s Migration to Metropolitan France Remains Tiny: High Wages, Distance, and Education Gaps
New Caledonia’s migration story to France defies common assumptions. Despite strong ties, only a small share of locals venture to Metropolitan France, and a mix of economic realities, education gaps, and distance helps explain why. A fresh look at who leaves—and who stays—offers a new lens on mobility in the Pacific.
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France–New Caledonia autonomy pact advances to April vote and winter referendum
France’s bid to defuse New Caledonia’s independence dispute moves toward a critical test, with a parliamentary vote and a winter referendum on the horizon. The agreement promises greater autonomy and Kanak identity recognition, but growing opposition and shifting timelines keep the island’s future uncertain.