France has deployed extra police and military forces to New Caledonia following three nights of violent riots, with four fatalities and significant damage.

The unrest was triggered by a contentious electoral reform bill perceived to undermine the voting power of the indigenous Kanak population.

Rioters expressed their anger through arson, looting, and barricading roads.

A state of emergency has been declared, leading to house arrests, a ban on TikTok, and a promise of firm action against the perpetrators from the French government.

Prime Minister Gabriel Attal emphasized a tougher stance on sanctions against the rioters.

President Macron intends to convene a Congress before June's end to settle the electoral reform, amidst calls for the independence movement to agree on a new deal.