South Pacific presses for independence and local leadership
The piece surveys Micronesia and American Samoa talks, noting rising island momentum toward independence while maintaining U.S. ties. It highlights New Guinea’s push for self rule, Cook Islands leadership under Albert Henry, Nauru’s rapid move to republic status, and Samoa, Fiji, and Tonga joining in a regional push via the South Pacific Commission to foster locally led transitions.
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Great Britain
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South Pacific Commission
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Afioga Afoafouvale Misimoa
Harry Moors
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France
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