AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoLocal Politics: France’s Constitutional Council has validated a partial “unfreezing” of New Caledonia’s electoral roll for the 28 June 2026 provincial elections, allowing over 10,000 more people to vote—aimed at fixing “growing distortions” as demographics shift since the Nouméa Accord era. Competition Law: New Caledonia’s Congress passed a competition bill targeting abusive practices like excessive pricing and late payments, with tighter merger controls and new rules on payment deadlines—while the government removed 10 articles that would have expanded the Competition Authority’s powers. Decolonisation Pressure: A new commentary says UN experts have again urged France to stop changing New Caledonia’s political and constitutional arrangements without Kanak participation and free consent, as tensions after the 2024 unrest remain high. Economy & Industry: Kava bar operators in New Caledonia fear a sharp rise in imported kava prices—up about 40% since early 2026—could force layoffs, citing higher freight costs and lower production volumes from Vanuatu. Sports (U-20 WWC): New Caledonia’s women’s U-20 team, making its first appearance at the FIFA tournament in Poland, has been drawn in Group F with China PR, Spain and Nigeria. Community & Business: A Goodwill expansion is planned for Caledonia after the William Shurlow family donated land for a new retail store. Tech Watch: Casio’s next Mudman model is reportedly set to bring a MIP display and step-tracking features, with a summer 2026 reveal expected.
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