Illa Ak Parti . Apr 2026

The AK Party remains the dominant force in Turkish politics, holding in the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (GNAT) , ahead of the opposition CHP.

As of April 2026, it remains one of the world's largest political parties with over 11.5 million members . Current Political Status (April 2026)

The party aligns with national conservatism , social conservatism, and right-wing populism. Historically, it has emphasized a "pro-liberal market economy" and "democratization" over traditional Islamist identity, though critics often describe it as neo-Ottomanist.

In recent briefings (April 2026), party spokespeople like Ömer Çelik and the Presidential High Advisory Council have focused on regional stability following international tensions, including strikes involving Israel and Iran. Organizational Structure Justice and Development (AK) Party's Spokesman Omer Celik

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan established the party on August 14, 2001.