Turkish constitutional referendum

The Turkish constitutional referendum was a nationwide vote in 2017 where citizens decided whether to approve changes to the country’s constitution. The proposed reforms aimed to shift Turkey’s government from a parliamentary system to a presidential system, granting more authority to the president, including appointment powers and executive decision-making. Supporters argued it would enhance stability and efficiency, while opponents raised concerns about checks and balances, potential erosion of democratic oversight, and increased executive power. The referendum narrowly passed, leading to significant constitutional changes that altered Turkey’s political structure and governance dynamics.