New Caledonia: A French Collectivity in the Pacific Paradise
A Unique Collectivity
Nestled in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, approximately 900 miles (1500 kilometers) from Australia, lies New Caledonia, a sui generis French unique collectivity.
Historical Roots
Missionaries first set foot on New Caledonia's shores in 1840. In 1853, France strategically annexed the territory to prevent its potential occupation by other European powers.
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