Published 2 years ago

Tunisia's turbulent ride from revolution to presidential power bid

Summary by Ground News

A "yes" vote would bolster the president, giving the head of state far-reaching executive, legislative and judicial powers. If it passes as expected, it will be a decisive break with the hybrid system enshrined in the 2014 constitution. Saied published his final draft of the charter just two weeks before Monday's referendum.

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BBC News

Tunisia referendum: Voters give president near unchecked power

Turnout is believed to have been low - with fewer than one-third of voters casting a ballot.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

Tunisia referendum approves expansion of president’s powers – officials

Electoral commission – controlled by President Kais Saied – says 95% voted yes in constitutional referendum, which was boycotted by opposition groups

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Hindu

Tunisians vote on proposal to give President more power

Tunisians are heading to the polls to vote on a new constitution

2 years ago·India

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CTV News

Tunisians vote on proposal to give president more power

Tunisians head to the polls Monday to vote on a new constitution -- a controversial initiative spearheaded by Tunisian President Kais Saied that critics say will formalize his power grab and reverse hard-won democratic gains in the North African nation.

2 years ago·Canada

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The Independent

Tunisians vote on proposal to give president more power

Tunisians are heading to the polls to vote on a new constitution

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Tunisia's turbulent ride from revolution to presidential power bid

President Kais Saied is asking Tunisians to approve a new constitution in a referendum on Monday. Critics see his actions since seizing broad powers last summer as having unpicked Tunisia's democratic gains since a 2011 revolution.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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