Unrest in New Caledonia

In response to a proposed constitutional amendment in New Caledonia, riots broke out, resulting in property damage, casualties, and barricades between the capital and the airport. The amendment would allow long-term French residents in New Caledonia to vote in local elections, causing concern among the indigenous Canak population. French President Emmanuel Macron has delayed signing the legislation to negotiate with local leaders. The situation highlights the complexities of balancing cultural rights, democratic processes, and the need for peaceful resolutions in territorial disputes.