Antigua And Barbuda To Vote On Becoming Republic After Queen's Death
Mohammad Ali (@ChaudhryMAli88) Published September 12, 2022 | 02:00 AM
MOSCOW (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 12th September, 2022) The prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda said Sunday he planned to hold a referendum on whether the Caribbean islands should become a republic following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The former British colony gained independence in 1981 but continues to be one of the 14 realms ruled by the British monarch.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne told ITV that the referendum, planned within three years from now, was not meant as an act of hostility or disrespect for the new monarch.
"It is the final step to complete that circle of independence, to ensure that we are truly a sovereign nation," he explained.
Antigua and Barbuda proclaimed King Charles III as their new sovereign on Saturday following the passing of his mother, the longest-serving British monarch, on Thursday at the age of 96.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Saudi govt, companies consider Pakistan high priority economic opportunity: Ibra ..
Saudi Crown Prince expected to visit Pakistan this month
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 6 May 2024
Today Gold Rate in Pakistan 06 May 2024
Dubai Mum Becomes the First Ever Pakistani Woman to Climb 11 of the 14 Highest M ..
Over 37% Tobacco tax increase suggested to save lives, boost revenue
Mohsin Naqvi has offered a substantial incentive, pledging $100,000 to every pla ..
Citizens join Al Barsha Police in “An Hour for Dubai” Initiative
Art can be a powerful tool to relieve stress, Experts say at Sharjah Children’ ..
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 5 May 2024
Today Gold Rate in Pakistan 05 May 2024
Bugti assures transporters for addressing their problems
More Stories From World
-
Europe's auto suppliers reach the end of the road
21 minutes ago -
IAEA chief due in Iran as concern grows over nuclear activity
21 minutes ago -
Ex-minister Jose Raul Mulino wins Panama presidential race
21 minutes ago -
Far-right parties wage disinfo war ahead of EU vote
22 minutes ago -
Who's who in North Macedonia's elections
22 minutes ago -
Bardella: 28-year-old 'captain' of France's far right
22 minutes ago
-
Macron seeks to sway China's Xi on Ukraine
22 minutes ago -
Far right seen making gains in EU elections
32 minutes ago -
Boeing's Starliner set for first crewed mission to ISS
32 minutes ago -
Italy's pragmatic PM leads charge for EU far right
52 minutes ago -
N. Macedonia elections set to ramp up tensions with EU neighbours
1 hour ago -
Chad's presidential poll to exacerbate north-south divide
1 hour ago