Canada: 77 per cent of voters in Alberta reject the proposal for secession

(Il Sole 24 Ore Radiocor) - Voters in Alberta have rejected the proposal to embark on a path towards independence from Canada. According to initial results, 77 per cent of voters came out in favour of remaining within the Federation. The result represents a success for Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Having long been committed to defending his country amidst tensions with Donald Trump’s US administration, Carney welcomed the “clear choice” for “unity” expressed by the voters.

Alberta’s Premier, Danielle Smith, also expressed her satisfaction with the results. Smith had called the referendum in response to pressure from separatists, despite being opposed to independence.

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