Riots in New Caledonia

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Riots in New Caledonia due to electoral changes by French government, resulting in seven deaths. Australia evacuating its citizens. Investigation opened into the unrest. State of emergency declared and troops sent to quell violence.

Key Points

  • Violence sparked by attempts to amend French Constitution and change voting lists
  • French President Macron lifted state of emergency to restore peace
  • Opposition to electoral reform bill due to fears of marginalizing Indigenous Kanaks

Pros

  • Investigation opened to bring perpetrators to justice
  • Efforts to facilitate dialogue between local parties and French authorities for peace

Cons

  • Seven people dead, including four from the Indigenous Kanak community
  • Violence, shootings, looting, and arson reported