Nemunas Dawn Party Explained

Nemunas Dawn Party
Native Name:Lithuanian: Nemuno Aušra
Abbreviation:NA
Chairperson:Remigijus Žemaitaitis
Vice Chairperson:
Deputy Chairperson:
Founders:Remigijus Žemaitaitis
Headquarters:
Membership:2,296 (2024)[1]
Position:Right-wing
Colours: Orange
Brown
Seats1 Title:Seimas
Seats2 Title:European Parliament
Seats3 Title:Municipal councils
Seats4 Title:Mayors
Website:Official website

The Nemunas Dawn Party (Lithuanian: Nemuno Aušra) is a political party in Lithuania, founded on November 11, 2023, by Remigijus Žemaitaitis. Known for its populist, nationalist, and soft Eurosceptic positions, the party has gained a notable presence in the Seimas and local councils.[2]

History

The Nemunas Dawn Party was established following the removal of Remigijus Žemaitaitis from the Freedom and Justice Party in October 2023. The party held its founding congress in Klaipėda on November 11, 2023, where Žemaitaitis was elected chairman. It was officially registered as a political entity in January 2024.[3]

Ideology

The party identifies itself with the following ideologies:

Leadership

The party's leader, Remigijus Žemaitaitis, previously served in the Freedom and Justice Party. He is known for his strong views on migration and economic reforms.[6]

Electoral Performance

Seimas

References

  1. Web site: Nemuno Aušra: Juridinis asmuo. Rekvizitai.lt. January 2024.
  2. Web site: Litauische Sozialdemokraten gewinnen erste Runde der Parlamentswahlen. Euronews. 14 October 2024.
  3. Web site: Nemuno Aušra vicepirmininkas. Biciulis.net. January 2024.
  4. Web site: Lithuanian President Nauseda: A Socialist and Moralist. Deutsche Welle. 26 May 2024.
  5. Web site: Lithuania: EU Skepticism. Europe Elects. 14 September 2024.
  6. Web site: PROFILE: Remigijus Žemaitaitis, Lithuania's new radical-right leader. bne IntelliNews. 8 October 2024.

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