New Caledonian independence referendum, 1987

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An independence referendum was held in New Caledonia on 13 September 1987.^[1] Voters were given the choice of remaining part of France or becoming independent. Only 1.7% voted in favour of independence.

Background

By a vote of 325 to 249, the French Parliament passed a law on 15 April 1984 on holding an independence referendum in New Caledonia.^[1] However, the French government rejected the involvement of UN observers.^[1] Independence movements including the Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front boycotted the referendum.^[1]

Results

Do you wish New Caledonia to remain in the French Republic, or do you wish to become independent?

Choice	Votes	%
France	48,611	98.30
Independence	842	1.70
Invalid/blank votes	797	–
Total	50,250	100
Registered voters/turnout	85,022	59.10
Source: Direct Democracy

References

1 2 3 4 New Caledonia (France), 13 September 1987: Status Direct Democracy (German)

Elections and referendums in New Caledonia

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Referendums	1958 1987 1988 1998

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