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France Ends State of Emergency in New Caledonia After Deadly Riots

Curfew and reinforcements remain as political dialogue begins following unrest over voting reforms.

Overview

  • Seven people dead and hundreds injured during two weeks of riots.
  • 480 additional paramilitary gendarmes to be deployed to maintain order.
  • Curfew from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am and alcohol ban still in place.
  • Main international airport closed until June 2, with roadblocks still affecting access.
  • Pro-independence FLNKS party allowed to hold meetings to ease tensions.