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An independence referendum was held in Kosovo, then known as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija between 26 and 30 September 1991. The dissolved Provincial Assembly had declared the Republic of Kosova a sovereign and independent state on 22 September 1991. Over 99% of voters voted in favour of independence, with a turnout of 87%. The referendum was boycotted by Serbs living in the region, who comprised around 10% of the population.
Background
In order to pass, the referendum required a turnout of at least 66.7% and at least half of those voting in favour.
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 913,705 | 99.98 |
| Against | 164 | 0.02 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 933 | – |
| Total | 914,802 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 1,051,357 | 87.01 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
Aftermath
The only United Nations member who recognised the Republic of Kosova was Albania, with a resolution recognising the country passed in the Parliament of Albania on 21 October.
See also
References
- ^ Kosovo (Yugoslavia), 30 September 1991: Independence Direct Democracy Template:De icon
- Report Albanian.com
- Official text of recognition Archived 2012-04-20 at the Wayback Machine Republic of Albania Council of Ministers
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