Macron's reaction following New Caledon vote against independence from France

French President Emmanuel Macron says most residents of New Caledonia who have voted in a referendum for independence have decided to remain part of France. In a TV show from Paris, Macro pledged that “has no choice but to dialogue” on the future of the South Pacific Archipelago that [...]
In a TV show from Paris, Macro pledged that “has no choice but to dialogue” on the future of the South Pacific Archipelago, which has been part of France since 1853, the AP reports.
French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe will meet with New Caledonia officials to discuss plans for the future, Koha.net broadcasts.
The referendum was the result of a process that started 30 years ago to end years of violence between supporters and opponents of France's secession.











