1977 Aruban independence referendum

An independence referendum was held in Aruba on 25 March 1977.[1] In 1976 the Estates had approved a referendum on the island's status.[1] Voters were given the choice of independence or remaining in the Netherlands Antilles, with over 95% voting in favour of the former.[1] In 1983 the Treaty of The Hague agreed independence for Aruba by 1996,[1][2] and the island seceded from the Netherlands Antilles in 1986.[2] However, in 1994 the plan for full independence was scrapped.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
Independence21,41895.17
Remaining in the Netherlands Antilles1,0854.83
Invalid/blank votes3,669
Total26,172100
Registered voters/turnout37,34670.08
Source: Direct Democracy

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