The Estonian Conservative People's Party (EKRE) is a political party in Estonia, founded in 2012. It promotes conservative values, nationalism, and traditional family structures. The party is known for its strong stance on immigration and its advocacy for Estonian sovereignty. EKRE gained significant popularity in the 2019 parliamentary elections, becoming the third-largest party in the Riigikogu, Estonia's parliament. The party's platform emphasizes the importance of Estonian culture and language, and it often critiques the European Union's influence on national policies.