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Cyprus DIKO: Latest polls, election results and positions

Election Trend
10.0 %
±0.0 since the last election
Last Election
10.0 %
Election 2026 · 8 Seats
3-Month Trend
+0.8
Three months ago: 9.2 %
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Dimokratikó Kómma at a glance

Democratic Party S&D
Flag of Cyprus Cyprus Conservative Europhile Founded 1976

DIKO is a centrist party in Cyprus, perceiving itself as a central force and a defender of national sovereignty. It combines moderate nationalism with a social-liberal economic policy and often plays the role of kingmaker in Cypriot politics.

Values and Ideology
DIKO's foundation is rooted in the pursuit of a just resolution to the Cyprus problem, based on a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation, adopting a firmer stance than left-wing parties. Its worldview is characterized by strong patriotism and the protection of Greek-Cypriot identity. The state and nation are viewed as a unified entity whose integrity must be defended against external influences, while internally, social stability and the protection of the middle class are paramount.

Political Priorities
DIKO's agenda centers on strengthening small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and ensuring social security for the working population. It advocates for an efficient welfare state while upholding market economy principles. A core area of focus is defense and security policy, aimed at bolstering the negotiating position concerning the northern part of Cyprus. Its target audience comprises the broad middle class: employees, entrepreneurs, and civil servants who seek stability and a strong national identity.

Role in the Political System
Strategically, DIKO occupies the crucial center of the political spectrum. Positioned between the major blocs of the Left (AKEL) and the Conservatives (DISY), it frequently serves as an indispensable partner for forming government majorities. This pivotal role grants it a disproportionate influence on the executive branch. Despite its firm stance on the Cyprus problem, it operates within the democratic institutions of the rule of law and supports Cyprus's European integration.
Political Alignment
Conservative
Social
DIKO
Market
Progressive
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DIKO: Key issues and ideological profile

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Main topics of DIKO:: Migration (Important Topic), Social Affairs (Important Topic), Economy (Important Topic), Environment (Minor Topic), Society (Minor Topic)

DIKO: What does the party stand for? Positions compared

Position 2024 Position 2019

Economy & State

Should income and wealth be redistributed? Maintains a neutral stance on redistribution. Stance
How should the state manage its available budget? Seeks a balance between investments and fiscal discipline. Stance
Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. Stance

Society & Values

What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Stance
Should the equality of women be promoted? Supports measures to promote equality. Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Considers equality established and rejects further advancement. Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Neutral or undecided on same-sex marriage. Stance
What role should religions play in politics? Accepts limited influence of religious values. Stance
Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Seeks balance between urban and rural interests. Stance

Environment & Globalization

What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over ecological goals. Stance
What is more important: climate protection or economy? Seeks a balance between climate and economic goals. Stance

Migration & Integration

How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. Stance
How should immigrant integration be shaped? Emphasizes cultural adaptation of immigrants. Stance
Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Rejects special rights and demands equal treatment without privileges. Stance
What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. Stance

Democracy & Institutions

How should power be distributed? Tends towards stronger leadership by individuals. Stance
How independent should the judiciary be? Advocates a completely independent judiciary without political influence. Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions. Stance
Positions of DIKO: Should income and wealth be redistributed? Maintains a neutral stance on redistribution. How should the state manage its available budget? Seeks a balance between investments and fiscal discipline. Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Should the equality of women be promoted? Supports measures to promote equality. Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Considers equality established and rejects further advancement. Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Neutral or undecided on same-sex marriage. What role should religions play in politics? Accepts limited influence of religious values. Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Seeks balance between urban and rural interests. What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over ecological goals. What is more important: climate protection or economy? Seeks a balance between climate and economic goals. How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. How should immigrant integration be shaped? Emphasizes cultural adaptation of immigrants. Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Rejects special rights and demands equal treatment without privileges. What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. How should power be distributed? Tends towards stronger leadership by individuals. How independent should the judiciary be? Advocates a completely independent judiciary without political influence. How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions.

DIKO: Election results in Cyprus since 1945

2026 May 24, 2026 Worst result Vote share 10.0 % -1.3 Seats 8 -1 2021 May 30, 2021 Vote share 11.3 % -3.2 Seats 9 ±0 2016 May 22, 2016 Vote share 14.5 % -1.3 Seats 9 ±0 2011 May 21, 2011 Vote share 15.8 % -2.1 Seats 9 -2 2006 May 21, 2006 Vote share 17.9 % +3.1 Seats 11 +2 2001 May 27, 2001 Vote share 14.8 % -1.6 Seats 9 -1 1996 May 26, 1996 Vote share 16.4 % -3.2 Seats 10 -1 1991 May 19, 1991 Vote share 19.6 % -8.1 Seats 11 -5 1985 December 8, 1985 Vote share 27.7 % +8.2 Seats 16 +8 1981 May 24, 1981 Vote share 19.5 % -51.7 Seats 8 -13 1976 September 5, 1976 Best result Vote share 71.2 % Seats 21
DIKO: Election results in Cyprus since 1945 1976: 71.2 %, 1981: 19.5 %, 1985: 27.7 %, 1991: 19.6 %, 1996: 16.4 %, 2001: 14.8 %, 2006: 17.9 %, 2011: 15.8 %, 2016: 14.5 %, 2021: 11.3 %, 2026: 10.0 %

All elections since 1945 in which DIKO participated. Click a row to see election details.

DIKO in government: the record since 1945

1976 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 Today
Led government Involved in government Not in government
Time in government
35 years • 10 months • 1 week • 2 days
Share since 1976
66 %
Cabinets led
6

16 years • 3 months • 1 week • 3 days

Coalition involvements
10

19 years • 6 months • 3 weeks • 6 days

Anastasiades I February 28, 2013 – March 14, 2014 · 1 year 14 days
31 of 59 seats
Christofias II March 2, 2010 – May 22, 2011 · 1 year 2 months
29 of 56 seats
Christofias I February 28, 2008 – March 2, 2010 · 2 years 2 days
34 of 56 seats
Papadopoulos II May 21, 2006 – February 28, 2008 · 1 year 9 months
34 of 56 seats
Papadopoulos I February 28, 2003 – May 21, 2006 · 3 years 2 months
33 of 56 seats
Clerides IV May 27, 2001 – February 28, 2003 · 1 year 9 months
32 of 56 seats
Clerides III February 28, 1998 – May 27, 2001 · 3 years 2 months
35 of 56 seats
Clerides II May 26, 1996 – February 28, 1998 · 1 year 9 months
30 of 56 seats
Clerides I February 28, 1993 – May 26, 1996 · 3 years 2 months
31 of 56 seats
Kyprianou V December 8, 1985 – February 28, 1988 · 2 years 2 months
16 of 56 seats
Kyprianou IV February 28, 1983 – December 8, 1985 · 2 years 9 months
8 of 35 seats
Kyprianou III May 24, 1981 – February 28, 1983 · 1 year 9 months
8 of 35 seats
Kyprianou II March 8, 1978 – May 24, 1981 · 3 years 2 months
21 of 35 seats

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