PAN (National Action Party)

The National Action Party (PAN) is a political party in Mexico, founded in 1939. It promotes principles like democracy, social responsibility, and individual freedoms. Historically, PAN has positioned itself as a center-right party, advocating for free market policies and limit government intervention. It gained prominence in the late 20th century, significantly contributing to Mexico’s transition from a single-party system to a more competitive democracy. PAN successfully elected Vicente Fox as president in 2000, ending over 70 years of rule by the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). The party continues to influence Mexican politics, focusing on issues like economic growth and security.