AKEL
Progressive Party of Working PeopleLeft-wing
EU Parliament
Election Trend
Result of the last parliamentary election: 22.3%
Anorthotiko Komma Ergazomenou Laou, commonly known as AKEL, is a political party in Cyprus. The party was founded in 1926 and is one of the oldest political forces on the island.
AKEL is a communist party and upholds socialist and leftist values. They advocate for workers' rights, social justice, and social security.
In the last election, the party reached 22.3% of the votes. In the current election trend, AKEL is at 27.8%. This is a difference of +5.5 compared to the last election result. The party is represented in the current parliament with 15 Seats.
Election Results
Historical Election Results
FAQ
Where does AKEL currently stand?
In the current election trend AKEL reaches 27.8% of the vote today. Compared to the last election, this is a difference of +5.5 percentage points.
In the election trend of the federal states AKEL currently reaches .
What are the political positions of AKEL?
AKEL is a communist party and upholds socialist and leftist values. They advocate for workers' rights, social justice, and social security.
Is AKEL left-wing or right-wing?
AKEL is a left-wing party.
Which faction in the EU Parliament does AKEL belong to?
AKEL sympathizes with the faction Left (European United Left-Nordic Green Left) in the EU Parliament.
What does AKEL stand for?
AKEL is the abbreviation for Anorthotiko Komma Ergazomenou Laou.