Nouméa Accord

The agreement of Noumea is an agreement between France and New Caledonia, which specifies a transfer of certain powers to New Caledonia. Except for defense, security, justice and financial policy ( currency). A referendum on independence or remain with France will take place 2014-2019.

The agreement was signed on 5 May 1998. In a subsequent referendum in New Caledonia, it was approved with 72 % approval.

  • New Caledonia
  • French colonial history
  • International Law Treaty
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