Patrick Decloitre

Analysis - A prominent pro-France leader in New Caledonia, Sonia Backès, has resigned from the French government after a resounding defeat at France's Senatorial elections four days ago.

Talks in Paris between France and New Caledonia leaders have led to several outcomes, including a document on the future of the territory.

New Caledonia's pro-independence and pro-French parties are in Paris as part of French-mediated talks about the Pacific territory's future.