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Separatists win Quebec election with promise to hold vote on independence
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE24
Source published: 06/10/2026, 14:04:37 UTC
Briefing created: 07/10/2026, 02:53:20 UTC
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Briefings
A separatist party narrowly won Quebec's election on Monday, securing the Parti Quebecois of Paul St-Pierre Plamondon. This victory threatens Prime Minister Mark Carney's ability to maintain national unity against U.S. President Donald Trump, who is pushing for a vote on independence once he leaves office.
Key points
- The Parti Quebecois of Paul St-Pierre Plamondon narrowly won Quebec's election on Monday.
- The party plans to hold a referendum on breaking from Canada once Donald Trump leaves office.
Context and limitations
Provisional results show the province of 9 million opted for the Parti Quebecois. Coverage is limited to the initial election outcome and immediate political implications.
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