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France warns of ‘chaos’ if New Caledonia independence deal not reached

A flag of the Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front painted on a wall beside text reading 'Kanaky, my land' in Noumea, October 2024. © Theo Rouby / AFP

French Overseas Minister Manuel Valls has launched a third round of talks between pro and anti-independence groups in New Caledonia. Amid deepening divisions over last year's unrest, he warned that further chaos could be in store if all parties don't shoulder their responsibilities.

Valls began the third round of discussions on Wednesday in the capital Nouméa, determined to secure an agreement on the future of the French overseas territory.

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