Partidos Politicos

Partido Aprista Peruano

The Peruvian Popular Revolutionary Alliance, known by its Spanish acronym APRA or simply as the Aprista Party, is one of Peru's oldest and most historically significant political parties. Founded in 1924 by Víctor Raúl Haya de la Torre, APRA emerged as a response to the social and economic disparities in Peru and Latin America. Its foundation was rooted in a broad set of goals including anti-imperialism, economic nationalism, and the pursuit of social justice.

APRA's values and ideology are deeply influenced by a mix of left-wing ideas, although its position on the poli…  Lee mastical spectrum has shifted over time, reflecting a pragmatic approach to politics. Initially, the party was radical, advocating for a sweeping transformation of Peruvian society through the implementation of extensive labor rights, land reform, and nationalization of key industries. Its anti-imperialist stance was primarily directed against American influence in Latin America, a common sentiment in the early 20th century.

Cambio 90

Change 90, was a Right-wing Peruvian political party which entered the political spectrum in early 1990, and by June 1991 was the most powerful political force in the nation. Cambio 90 was the ruling party of Peru from 1990 to 2000.

Partido Popular Cristiano

The Christian People’s Party is a center-right and conservative political party based on Christian Democracy. It was founded in 1966 by a group of the peruvian Christian Democrat Party dissidents, led by Luis Bedoya Reyes.

Acción Popular

The Peruvian Popular Action (Acción Popular - AP) is a political party in Peru with a history that dates back to its founding in 1956 by Fernando Belaúnde Terry. The party emerged as a centrist force, advocating for a blend of progressive and conservative policies, with a strong emphasis on democracy, social justice, and economic development. Its founder, Belaúnde, served as President of Peru for two non-consecutive terms, first from 1963 to 1968 and then from 1980 to 1985, embodying the party's ideals in his governance.

Popular Action's ideology has traditionall…  Lee masy been characterized by its advocacy for a participatory democracy where citizens are actively involved in the decision-making process. The party supports the development of a mixed economy, where both the state and the private sector play significant roles in economic development. This approach aims to ensure that economic growth benefits all segments of society, with a particular focus on reducing poverty and inequality.

Partido Socialista

The Socialist Party is a Peruvian political party founded in 2005. Its presidential candidate for the 2006 national election was Javier Diez Canseco. At the legislative elections held on 9 April 2006, the party won 1.2% of the popular vote but no seats in the Congress of the Republic.

Partido Nacionalista

The Peruvian Nationalist Party is a Centre-left political party in Peru. Ollanta Humala was the Peruvian Nationalist Party’s candidate for the 2006 presidential elections. The candidates of the party ran under the lists of the Union for Peru.

Alianza para el Progreso

The Alliance for Progress is a Peruvian conservative-liberal political party founded on December 8, 2001 in Trujillo by Cesar Acuña Peralta. At the legislative elections held on 9 April 2006, the party won 2.3% of the popular vote but no seats in the Congress of the Republic.

Partido Solidaridad Nacional

National Solidarity Party is a Peruvian political party. It was formed for the 2000 presidential election to support the candidacy of Luis Castañeda Lossio, then director of the Institute for Social security and former member of the Popular Action party. During the 2006 legislative elections the party was part of the Unidad Nacional coalition. In the 2011 election, it has been part of the National Solidarity Alliance, led by Luis Castañeda.

Partido Comunista

The Peruvian Communist Party is a communist party in Peru. It was founded in 1928 by José Carlos Mariátegui, under the name Partido Socialista del Perú. In 1930 the name was changed to PCP. PCP is often identified as PCP, to separate it from the Communist Party of Peru.

Somos Perú

The Democratic Party "We Are Peru" is a political party in Peru. It was formed in 1995 under the name of "We Are Lima" as a personalist vehicle for mayoral candidate Alberto Andrade who broke from the Christian People’s Party.