Observers say regardless of the enthusiasm of French President Emmanuel Macron, the deal faces a long and uncertain path before it can take effect. So, how did it get to this point, and what needs to happen for it to take effect?
  • Bobo The Great@startrek.website
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    2 days ago

    I don’t get it, in multiple referendum people opposed to indipendence, and now they get watered down independence? Is it because New Caledonians thought they would get screwed by full independence? Or they just didn’t want what was proposed initially?

    • Sheppa@aussie.zoneOPEnglish
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      2 days ago

      It’s a compromise. They get the beginnings of independent statehood, but they don’t lose the benefits of France. It allows all sides to get something, without forcing the country into any set future path.