New Caledonia to become a state in 'historic' agreement

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• France and New Caledonia reached a deal granting the territory more autonomy.
• The agreement creates a state of Caledonia that remains French and introduces a Caledonian nationality. 9s
• President Macron called the agreement historic but it does not provide full independence sought by Indigenous Kanaks. 21s
• The region has faced decades of political tension between independence supporters and loyalists. 30s
• Recent deadly riots occurred over proposed electoral reforms, and Macron hopes the accord will foster a shared future. 39s