Political parties in Azerbaijan play a significant role in the country's political landscape. The main party is the New Azerbaijan Party, which has been in power since the late 1990s. Other parties, such as the Musavat Party and the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party, also exist but have less influence and face challenges in the political arena. The political environment in Azerbaijan is characterized by limited competition and restrictions on opposition parties. While the government allows multiple parties, the political system is often criticized for lacking genuine democratic processes, leading to concerns about political freedoms and human rights in the country.