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Partido Nacionalista Vasco

Partido Nacionalista Vasco (PNV), or Basque Nationalist Party, is a political party in Spain that represents the interests of the Basque people, particularly in the Basque Country region. Founded in 1895, the PNV advocates for Basque autonomy, culture, and identity. It promotes self-government within Spain while also seeking to preserve the Basque language and traditions. The party often balances its nationalist goals with a commitment to democratic values and economic development. The PNV has been influential in local and regional politics, often forming governments in the Basque Autonomous Community.