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Is the Australian government privileging geopolitical relations with France over its relationship with indigenous peoples in the Pacific, asks Nic Maclellan.
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Niger’s army commanders stated they switched loyalties to the coup plotters in order to prevent bloodshed.
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed he would forge ahead to seek changes to the French Constitution in early 2024.
Army chief says in a statement the decision was necessary to avoid fighting within the armed forces.
French President Emmanuel Macron has begun his five-day visit to New Caledonia, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea.