Femu a Corsica meets to plan next steps

Femu a Corsica, a political party advocating for Corsican autonomy, held an emergency meeting in Corte after the Senate rejected a constitutional bill on the island's self-governance. The meeting focused on evaluating the situation and deciding how to move forward with the Beauvau process, which aims to establish greater autonomy for Corsica.

Party reaffirms support for autonomy

The Cunsigliu Naziunale, or National Council, of Femu a Corsica unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its support for the decision made by Paulu-Santu Parigi, a group representing Corsican interests. The resolution sets conditions for resuming talks with the French government, but only on terms that align with the principles of the Beauvau process.

Key demands for renewed negotiations

François Martinetti, the national secretary of Femu a Corsica, outlined the party’s demands for any future discussions with Paris. These include legislative power for Corsica, constitutional recognition of the Corsican people, a resident status, co-officiality of the Corsican language, and a financial agreement with the French government.

Party warns against resetting negotiations

While the French government has expressed willingness to restart talks, Femu a Corsica emphasized that it will not accept starting from scratch. Martinetti said the party’s officials will reject any proposals that fall short of the principles established in the Beauvau process and the broader political agreement.

Plan for referendum if talks fail

If negotiations with Paris fail, Femu a Corsica plans to hold a referendum by the end of the year. The consultation would focus on key issues in the autonomy debate and could influence the parliamentary process. A favorable outcome would pressure the Senate and National Assembly to consider Corsican autonomy.

Party seeks to build political unity

Before moving toward a referendum, Femu a Corsica aims to unify various nationalist groups that supported the Beauvau process. The party plans to finalize a common position with these groups before expanding discussions to include other political forces and "vital forces" that support completing the autonomy process.