Dynamiques coloniales et résilience dans le Pacifique : défis modernes et perspectives en Polynésie française

Abstract

This article explores the complex dynamics of colonialism in the Pacific, focusing on French Polynesia. It examines how modern forms of colonialism, including neo-colonialism and environmental colonialism, continue to influence the region despite the end of direct political domination. The study highlights the tensions between autonomy and dependence, as well as the challenges of preserving cultural and environmental heritage in the face of the pressures of modernity and economic development. Through concrete examples, such as the exploitation of natural resources and development projects, the article highlights the resilience of local communities and the paradoxes inherent in their quest for emancipation and sovereignty.

Keywords

• heritage
• colonialism
• sustainable development
• neo-colonialism
• French Polynesia