New Caledonia
Protests against high cost of living in New Caledonia cut back
A New Caledonian movement against the high cost of living has decided to downscale its protests planned for today but will continue to pressure the government to act.
New Caledonia's Frogier pulls out of French National Assembly race
A New Caledonian anti-independence candidate has withdrawn from the race for a seat in the French National Assembly just hours before nominations closed.
Macron appoints new overseas minister
A new French overseas minister has been appointed by President Emmanuel Macron in the second stage of his government reshuffle
News in French for 19 May 2022
The latest news in French language (La Langue Française). Audio
New Caledonia's separatist parties pick candidates for elections
The pro-independence coalition parties of New Caledonia have selected their candidates for the French Legislative elections being held in June.
France warned against 'recolonising' New Caledonia
A pro-independence delegate has told the United Nations the Kanak people won't accept France's attempt to recolonise New Caledonia.
Gomes vows to appeal New Caledonia conviction
A top New Caledonian politician Philippe Gomes says the guilty verdict against him in last week's court case is unacceptable.
Gomes concerned about China's advance in Melanesia
New Caledonia's outgoing member of the French National Assembly has expressed concern about China's position in the Pacific, saying Beijing has already colonised Vanuatu.
News in French for 12 May 2022
The latest news in French language (La Langue Française). Audio
New Caledonia's green nickel plan to stand out in global market
New Caledonia is looking to turn to more environmentally-friendly nickel production as other countries are able to manufacture the metal at much lower costs.
Pro-Macron parties in New Caledonia plan merger
Four anti-independence parties in New Caledonia have joined forces as the territory prepares for a new statute after last year's rejection of independence from France.