What's behind the violent unrest in New Caledonia? | ABC News

A contentious new voting law proposed by Paris has resulted in deadly unrest in New Caledonia.
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In 1998, an accord was struck between Paris and the local population on who could vote in New Caledonia's elections. France wants to expand voting eligibility - a move that would result in more French expats getting voting rights.
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