People's Party (Cumhuriyet Halk Partisi)

The People's Party, known as Cumhuriyet Halk Partisi (CHP), is a major political party in Turkey founded in 1923. It advocates for secularism, democratic governance, social justice, and a mixed economy. Historically rooted in the principles of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, CHP played a key role in shaping modern Turkey’s institutions and identity. The party supports reforms promoting democracy, human rights, and national unity, often positioning itself as a center-left alternative to other political movements. It has a broad base of supporters and is influential in Turkish politics, aiming to balance tradition with progressive change within the framework of the country's republican ideals.