French Assembly Delays New Caledonia Elections to 2025

The decision aims to quell unrest after violent protests over electoral reform left 13 dead and caused extensive damage.

The unanimous vote by the French Assembly follows months of intense violence and unrest in New Caledonia.
The elections, originally scheduled for December 2024, have been postponed to November 2025 to allow for a calmer political climate.
Protests erupted in May due to a contentious governmental push to expand the New Caledonian electoral body.
Prime Minister Michel Barnier abandoned the controversial electoral reform in October, paving the way for the election delay.
Officials emphasize the need for economic and social reconstruction alongside political consensus on New Caledonia's future.