French Polynesia

French Polynesia

Pro-Independence Party Wins Election

French Polynesia's pro-independence Tavini Huiraatira party has won the election for a new 57-member territorial assembly, paving the way for Moetai Brotherson to become president. This marks a shift away from the current president, Edouard Fritch, who supports French rule over the territory.

Implications for French Polynesia

The election of a pro-independence president could have significant implications for French Polynesia's future. The Tavini Huiraatira party has long advocated for independence from France, and Brotherson has promised to push for a referendum on the issue. However, it remains to be seen how France will respond to these developments.

French Polynesia is a collection of islands in the South Pacific, and has been a French territory since 1880. While the territory has a degree of autonomy, it is still subject to French law and relies heavily on French financial support. The issue of independence has long been a contentious one in French Polynesia, and this election result could be a major step towards resolving it.