New Caledonia
New Caledonia tightens security ahead of riots' first anniversary after failed talks
This follows confrontations between law enforcement and violent groups last week, including incidents of arson, stone-throwing and vehicles being set on fire.
No outcome after three days of political talks
New Caledonia's political parties have yet to reach an agreement on the French Pacific territory's future status.
Winston Peters concludes 'constructive visit' to New Caledonia
The Deputy Prime Minsiter said the goal was to listen and learn, and to demonstrate NZ's support for the continuation of dialogue on New Caledonia's institutional future.
French minister wants all parties to own their responsibilities
Manuel Valls, who is visiting New Caledonia for the third time in two months, has again called all sides to live up to their responsibilities.
Confidential document leaked in New Caledonia negotiations
In New Caledonia, a working paper for crucial political talks between the French government and pro and anti independence groups in the territory has been leaked. Audio
Leaked 'working paper' on political future sparks concern
However, the French government's Minister for Overseas says the document is not a "unilateral position".
Le Franc replaced as New Caledonia’s High Commissioner
The French government has appointed Jacques Billant, 65, whose career involves a long stint in the French military, as the new High Commissioner.
Kanak pro-independence leader Christian Téin to remain in French jail
Téin is the head of a Field Action Coordinating Cell that organised a series of marches and demonstrations that later degenerated into months of civil unrest in New Caledonia.
No deal for New Caledonia, talks to continue later this month
French Minister for Overseas Manuel Valls has returned to Paris Tuesday, without any deal as yet regarding the French Pacific territory's political future.
French overseas minister back in New Caledonia for fresh round of talks
Less than a month after his previous visit, Manuel Valls intends to further talks on the French Pacific territory's political future.
'Everything collapsed': Why thousands have left this Pacific Paradise
On 13 May last year, Renaud Mahé found himself responsible for 200 people shut inside a resort during violent civil unrest that erupted in Nouméa.