France digs in on Pacific islands claim as Vanuatu turns to World Court
- Posted on September 4, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Tensions escalate in the South Pacific as Vanuatu initiates legal proceedings against France over territorial disputes involving remote island outcrops. The island nation has indicated its intention to escalate the matter to the International Court of Justice, threatening further recourse to the UN General Assembly if France refuses to submit to ICJ jurisdiction. This territorial disagreement represents a significant geopolitical challenge in the region.
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France digs in on Pacific islands claim as Vanuatu turns to World Court
Vanuatu says it will seek UN General Assembly opinion if Paris does not accept the ICJ’s jurisdiction on the disputed outcrops.
