ORGANIZATION

The basic policies, objectives, organization, functions and overall functioning of the Party are specified in its program and charter. The Party’s program and charter are binding upon all members and all organs of the Party, including the chairman. The AK Party is comprised of county, district and provincial organizations; the headquarters; groups in municipal and provincial councils; and the Party’s group in the Turkish Grand National Assembly. It also operates through its women’s and youth branches, liaison offices in foreign countries and other affiliated bodies.