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The Justice and Development Party (known as Akparti in Turkish) is a conservative political party in Turkey. Founded in 2001, the party primarily centers its politics around a blend of Islamic and democratic values. It gained popularity after the 2002 Turkish general election and has held a significant position in Turkish politics since, with notable leaders including Abdullah Gül and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The party has implemented significant legal and economic reforms in the nation, although it has been criticized for its measures on press freedom and rule of law.