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flag A new autonomy deal in New Caledonia, backed by most leaders but rejected by FLNKS, faces uncertain approval amid sovereignty disputes.

flag A new agreement, the "Elysée-Oudinot" deal, signed on January 19, 2026, in Paris by most New Caledonian political leaders including moderate pro-independence parties, aims to advance autonomy, define a new nationality, and launch a €2.2 billion economic plan. flag French President Emmanuel Macron and Minister Naïma Moutchou endorsed it as a step toward unity, though the main pro-independence FLNKS coalition rejected it, citing exclusion from negotiations, lack of Indigenous input, and claims it undermines UN decolonization principles. flag The deal now faces uncertain passage through French Parliament and constitutional changes, with political tensions continuing over sovereignty and representation.

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