Time in government
21 years • 7 months • 3 weeks • 4 days
Cyprus DISY: Latest polls, election results and positions
Election Trend
27.2 %
±0.0 since the last election
Last Election
27.2 %
Election 2026 · 17 Seats
3-Month Trend
+5.2
Three months ago: 22.0 %
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Democratic Rally
EPP
Cyprus
Conservative
Europhile
Founded 1976
DISY is a right-wing conservative and Christian Democratic party in Cyprus. As the dominant force within the center-right political spectrum, it combines economic liberal pragmatism with a clear pro-European orientation and advocates for the reunification of the divided island.
Values and Ideology
The foundation of DISY rests on the pillars of liberal conservatism and the social market economy. The party sees itself as a guardian of Western values and the rule of law. Its philosophy emphasizes individual responsibility, with the state functioning as a lean yet efficient guarantor of stability. National consciousness and Cypriot identity are not viewed in isolation by DISY, but rather as an integral part of a shared European destiny.
Political Priorities
DISY's agenda is centered on fostering economic growth through deregulation, tax cuts, and investment promotion. The party is widely regarded as the voice of entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and pro-European elites. A key policy area is the Cyprus issue, where DISY pursues a pragmatic course towards resolving the conflict based on a federal structure. Furthermore, the party emphasizes a strong security alignment with the West and the strengthening of energy independence.
Role in the Political System
Strategically, DISY occupies the position of a leading, state-supporting force in the political center of Cyprus. It acts as a bridge-builder between national interests and directives from Brussels. Within the party system, it often stands in sharp ideological contrast to the communist AKEL, which significantly shapes the country's political debate. Despite its conservative roots, DISY demonstrates adaptability on social issues to maintain its appeal to modern, urban voter segments.
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DISY: Key issues and ideological profile
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Topic
Salience
Position 2024
Position 2019
Question
Stance
Economy & State
Should income and wealth be redistributed?
Tends to reject stronger redistribution and emphasizes personal responsibility.
Stance
How should the state manage its available budget?
Tends towards austerity and debt reduction.
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?
Considers equality to be fundamentally achieved.
Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced?
Holds a neutral stance on LGBTQ+ advancement.
Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed?
Largely supports same-sex partnerships.
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?
Clearly emphasizes economic growth over environmental protection.
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?
Advocates legal equality without specific minority promotion.
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?
Emphasizes judicial independence with minimal oversight.
Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal?
Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions.
Stance
Election
Vote share
Seats
2026
May 24, 2026
Worst result
Vote share
27.2 %
-0.6
Seats
17
±0
2021
May 30, 2021
Vote share
27.8 %
-2.9
Seats
17
-1
2016
May 22, 2016
Vote share
30.7 %
-3.6
Seats
18
-2
2011
May 21, 2011
Vote share
34.3 %
+4.0
Seats
20
+2
2006
May 21, 2006
Vote share
30.3 %
-3.7
Seats
18
-1
2001
May 27, 2001
Vote share
34.0 %
-0.5
Seats
19
-1
1996
May 26, 1996
Vote share
34.5 %
-1.3
Seats
20
±0
1991
May 19, 1991
Best result
Vote share
35.8 %
+2.2
Seats
20
+1
1985
December 8, 1985
Vote share
33.6 %
+1.7
Seats
19
+7
1981
May 24, 1981
Vote share
31.9 %
+4.3
Seats
12
+12
1976
September 5, 1976
Vote share
27.6 %
Seats
0
All elections since 1945 in which DISY participated. Click a row to see election details.
1976
1980
1990
2000
2010
2020
Today
Led government
Involved in government
Not in government
Share since 1976
40 %
Cabinets led
9
21 years • 7 months • 3 weeks • 4 days
Coalition involvements
0
-
Anastasiades V
May 30, 2021 – February 1, 2023 · 1 year 8 months
17 of 56 seats
Anastasiades IV
March 1, 2018 – May 30, 2021 · 3 years 2 months
18 of 59 seats
Anastasiades III
May 22, 2016 – March 1, 2018 · 1 year 9 months
18 of 59 seats
Anastasiades II
March 14, 2014 – May 22, 2016 · 2 years 2 months
22 of 59 seats
Anastasiades I
February 28, 2013 – March 14, 2014 · 1 year 14 days
31 of 59 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
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