Collected by: National Library of Australia

Archived since: Nov, 2019

Description:

A non-binding independence referendum was held in Bougainville, an autonomous region of Papua New Guinea, between 23 November and 7 December 2019. The referendum question was a choice between greater autonomy within Papua New Guinea and full independence, and voters voted overwhelmingly (98.31%) for independence.

Subject:   Politics & Elections,  Government,  Bougainville Island (Papua New Guinea) - History - Autonomy and independence movements.,  Referendum - Papua New Guinea - Bougainville Island.