Panamanian Torrijos–Carter Treaties referendum, 1977

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A referendum on the Torrijos–Carter Treaties was held in Panama on 23 October 1977. Voters were asked whether they approved of the treaties with the United States, which would give Panama control of the Panama Canal in 1999 and abrogate the Hay–Bunau-Varilla Treaty of 1903. Around 67% voted in favour, with a voter turnout of 97.3%.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
For 506,805 67.4
Against 245,117 32.6
Invalid/blank votes 14,310
Total 766,232 100
Source: Nohlen

References

  1. ^ Nohlen, D (2005) Elections in the Americas: A data handbook, Volume I, p524 ISBN 9780199283576