Days after France lifted emergency measures in New Caledonia to quell the worst unrest in decades in its Pacific territory, it is hurrying to ensure that the archipelago's residents can vote in the upcoming European electionsFrance hurries to let New Caledonia vote in European elections after its deadly unrest. Few want toNICE, France -- Days after France lifted emergency measures in New Caledonia to quell the worst unrest in decades in its Pacific territory, it is hurrying to ensure that residents of the troubled archipelago can vote in the upcoming European elections. European elections have traditionally seen low attendance in New Caledonia, whose votes weigh little against 48 million voters in mainland France and other overseas territories. “I’m not going to vote because we’re not in the mood for that.”Most of New Caledonia's 270,000 residents are eligible to participate in the European elections, the second-biggest exercise in democracy behind India’s recent elections. Residents have French passports and the right to vote in French presidential elections.

Source: ABC News June 05, 2024 15:33 UTC