New Government in New Caledonia - The May 2009 Elections in a French Pacific Territory

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2009

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Maclellan, Nic

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Canberra, ACT: State, Society and Governance in Melanesia (SSGM), Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, The Australian National University

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This briefing note starts by outlining New Caledonia's parliamentary and electoral system. It then analyses the results of the 2009 elections for both proand anti-independence parties and details the postelection formation of the government. It also notes key issues arising from the campaign that have relevance for neighbouring Pacific states.

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