PQ wins Quebec election but short of majority, pledges referendum
They publishedSeparatists win Quebec election in test for Canada PM’s national unity strategy
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Who
What
- Parti Québécois wins Quebec provincial election but lacks majority.
- PQ must rely on opposition parties to pass legislation in a minority government.
- Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon promises to hold another referendum on independence.
- Result complicates national unity efforts for Prime Minister Mark Carney amid tariffs from Trump.
- Analysts note voter fatigue with Coalition Avenir Québec; independence support around 30%.
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics, Economy, Environment · language: eng
topics: Politics, Economy, Environment · language: eng
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