May 21st 2024.
The Australian government has been given the green light to send two evacuation flights to New Caledonia in order to bring its citizens back home. Recently, there have been violent riots in the French territory, resulting in the deaths of six people and the closure of the country's international airport. In response to this chaotic situation, Foreign Minister Penny Wong had previously stated that the Australian Defence Force was prepared to fly to the Pacific archipelago and assist any Australians who wished to leave. Now, she has announced that the government has officially been given the go-ahead for these repatriation flights.
In a tweet, Senator Wong shared the news and wrote, "We've received clearance for two Australian government assisted-departure flights today for Australian and other tourists to depart New Caledonia." She also added that the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is currently in the process of contacting registered Australians and prioritizing them based on their individual needs. Additionally, she mentioned that the government is working on arranging further flights to ensure the safe return of all Australians who wish to leave.
For those who are currently in New Caledonia and want to return to Australia, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is encouraging them to register their details. As of yesterday, around 300 Australians have already registered for repatriation. The government is committed to bringing all of its citizens back home safely and is working tirelessly to make it happen. Stay tuned for more updates on these evacuation flights.
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