1987 New Caledonian independence referendum

1987 New Caledonian independence referendum
13 September 1987
Do you want New Caledonia to gain independence or remain within the French Republic?
Results
Choice
 Votes  %
Remain with France 48,611 98.30%
Independence 842 1.70%
Valid votes 49,453 98.41%
Invalid or blank votes 797 1.59%
Total votes 50,250 100.00%
Registered voters/turnout 85,022 59.1%

An independence referendum was held in New Caledonia on 13 September 1987. Voters were given the choice of remaining part of France or becoming independent. The referendum was boycotted by independence movements. Only 1.7% voted in favour of independence.

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