7 Jul 2021

New Caledonia to hold fifth presidential election attempt

From , 6:02 am on 7 July 2021

New Caledonia's 11 ministers have been summoned by the French High Commissioner to meet on Thursday/tomorrow for a fifth attempt to elect a president.

Since February, there has been no properly constituted government because in four attempts, none of the presidential candidates could secure the minimum six votes.

Joining me is my colleague Walter Zweifel who has been following developments.

What chance is there of a president being elected this time?

New Caledonia government lineup.

New Caledonia government lineup. Photo: Supplied