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flag Paris talks resumed for New Caledonia’s future, with France pushing dialogue amid absence of main independence group.

flag Talks on New Caledonia’s future resumed in Paris on January 17, 2026, with French President Emmanuel Macron leading discussions, though the main pro-independence group FLNKS did not attend, citing late notice to join remotely. flag Macron expressed regret but stressed the need for dialogue to end uncertainty. flag Pro-France leaders urged progress, calling for a 15- to 20-year stability period before a new referendum. flag Some, including Nicolas Metzdorf, criticized France’s handling of the 2024 unrest and warned of legal action over electoral restrictions tied to the 1998 Nouméa Accord, while hinting at possible cooperation with moderate pro-independence figures. flag Discussions focused on power transfers, self-determination, security, Kanak identity, and a financial "refoundation pact."

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