“This sensible proclamation is important to the stability and future of American Samoa’s economy, but it also is fantastic news for U.S. food security,” said Radewagen.

The agreement is projected to unlock $1 trillion per year by 2050, which can be channelled to climate projects around the world, including Guam and other small island states.

The document reads, "Considering the inalienable right to self-determination of the people of New Caledonia, sovereign over their own destiny" and later referred to "New Caledonian citizens." The document also left open the door for another independence referendum.