BLUF
Limited autonomy is proposed including a distinct state and nationality — while avoiding full independence, aiming to ease unrest and address long-standing concerns from Indigenous communities. French Parliament and New Caledonian referendum in 2026 approval needed.Learning Outcomes
- Strategic Awareness — Explores France’s approach to managing regional unrest and long-term stability through political compromise.
- Communication & Cognition — Highlights how negotiated dialogue shaped the accord and the different responses from affected communities.
- Leadership — Examines the roles of political leaders in shaping a vision for peace and shared identity in a post-colonial context.
