A referendum on holding separate negotiations on its future status was held in the Palau part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands in September 1976.Palau, ? September 1976: Separate negotiations on the future status Direct Democracy The proposal was approved by 88% of voters.

Results ChoiceVotes%For2,78087.70Against39012.30Invalid/blank votes100–Total3,270100Registered voters/turnout Source: Direct Democracy

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