- France maintains its various Pacific territories, including New Caledonia, as part of its strategic commitments.
- France asserts sovereignty over islands in New Caledonia as the dispute over these islands stalls the finalization of maritime boundaries.
The International Court of Justice is hearing a case concerning France's sovereignty claims regarding islands in New Caledonia.
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Updated Sep 3
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What happened
The International Court of Justice is hearing a case concerning France's sovereignty claims regarding islands in New Caledonia.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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New Caledonia
French special collectivity and archipelago in Oceania
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International Court of Justice
primary judicial organ of the United Nations
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