2017 Turkish constitutional referendum

The 2017 Turkish constitutional referendum was a significant vote held on April 16, where Turkish citizens decided on proposed changes to the country's constitution. The main change was to shift from a parliamentary system to a presidential system, granting the president more power, including the authority to issue decrees and appoint ministers without parliamentary approval. Supporters argued it would streamline governance, while opponents feared it could lead to authoritarianism. The referendum passed with about 51% voting "yes," leading to major political changes in Turkey. It sparked nationwide discussions about democracy and governance in the country.