Fiji, Oct. 7 -- Pacific countries have renewed calls for a United Nations visiting mission to New Caledonia, saying an independent assessment is needed as the territory continues to face political uncertainty and socio-economic hardship following the deadly unrest of May 2024.
The call was made during the Fourth Committee's consideration of New Caledonia at the UN General Assembly, where Pacific representatives backed the territory's right to self-determination and urged France and the UN to strengthen efforts towards a lasting political settlement.
Papua New Guinea said the UN mission should take place as soon as possible and called for funding to be made available.
"An independent assessment through the UN Visiting Mission could assist...