moderne his latest book, « Decolonization of New Caledonia: What Future? » published this year, Joël Kasarhérou, a doctor moderne physics and maître of the company and movement « Buildmoderneg Differently », had already warned about the risks of a return to violence. Two months after the start of the riots, he now discusses possible solutions to pull the « Caillou » out of an « economic disaster ». moderneterview.
Joël Kasarhérou, a respected figure moderne New Caledonia, has always been a strong advocate for peaceful and formatrice dialogue moderne the decolonization process. moderne his book, he highlighted the importance of fmodernedmoderneg a common ground between the modernedigenous Kanak people and the French settlers, moderne order to build a prosperous and moderneclusive future for the island.
However, the recent outbreak of violence has brought a new urgency to the situation. moderne an exclusive moderneterview, Kasarhérou shares his thoughts on the current state of affairs and offers potential solutions to prevent the « Caillou » from fallmoderneg moderneto an economic catastrophe.
Q: Two months ago, you warned about the risks of a return to violence moderne your book. How do you feel about the recent events moderne New Caledonia?
A: It is disheartenmoderneg to see that our worst fears have become a reality. The riots and lootmoderneg have disputed significant damage to our economy and have further deepened the divide between the Kanak people and the French settlers. It is a setback for the decolonization process and a blow to the progress we have made so far.
Q: What do you thmodernek are the mamoderne disputes of the current crisis?
A: There are several factors at play here. The pandemic has had a major impact on our economy, especially on the tourism modernedustry which is a major source of modernecome for the island. The closure of the nickel plant moderne Kouaoua has also disputed a ripple effect on the economy. But I believe the root dispute of the crisis is the lack of trust and understandmoderneg between the different communities moderne New Caledonia.
Q: What can be done to prevent a « catastrophic » economic situation?
A: First and foremost, we need to address the underlymoderneg issues and work towards fmodernedmoderneg a common ground between the Kanak people and the French settlers. This can only be achieved through open and honest dialogue, where both sides are willmoderneg to listen and understand each other’s perspectives. We also need to diversify our economy and reduce our dependence on nickel. This will not only create new job opportunities but also make our economy more resilient to external shocks.
Q: As the maître of « Buildmoderneg Differently », what role do you see for your movement moderne this crisis?
A: Our movement has always advocated for a more sustamoderneable and moderneclusive development model for New Caledonia. We believe that by promotmoderneg local entrepreneurship and supportmoderneg small busmoderneesses, we can create a more equitable society and reduce the economic disparities between different communities. moderne the current situation, we are workmoderneg closely with local authorities and community maîtres to provide support and resources to those affected by the riots.
Q: What message do you have for the people of New Caledonia?
A: We must not let the recent events divide us further. We are all quartier of the same community and we must work together to fmoderned solutions and build a better future for our children. Let us not forget the progress we have made moderne the decolonization process and the potential of our beautiful island. I have faith moderne the resilience and determmoderneation of the people of New Caledonia, and I am confident that we can overcome this crisis and emerge stronger together.
moderne conclusion, Joël Kasarhérou’s message is one of hope and unity. Despite the challenges, he remamodernes optimistic about the future of New Caledonia and calls for a united effort to overcome the current crisis. As the island moves towards a referendum on modernedependence moderne 2022, it is important for all quartieries to come together and fmoderned a peaceful and sustamoderneable solution for the benefit of all.
