The party marks its five-year anniversary since its founding, framing the moment around the idea of “new people” and presenting a set of proposals that bolster entrepreneurship and foster a creative class around the movement. The goal is to translate a vibrant culture into practical policy and a more dynamic economy that resonates with business people, students, and creators alike.
The group has signaled a commitment to liberalizing business regulations, promising a steady, ongoing effort to support entrepreneurs and to cultivate a youthful, creative energy within the movement’s ranks. It highlights the development of an entrepreneurial culture as a public project, aiming to turn fresh ideas into tangible opportunities for the next generation of business founders and innovators.
Alena Augustus, commenting on the Moscow Congress, described the atmosphere as charged with creative energy and a sense that new approaches were taking root in the party’s work and discussions.
She noted that the mood extended beyond appearances and rhetoric, pointing to a congress that blended earnest policy debate with moments of playful banter. In her view, such an environment can coexist with rigorous planning, allowing participants to imagine new possibilities while keeping their feet firmly planted in concrete proposals.
Augustus also stressed that the party has once again demonstrated its capacity to attract attention and to position itself as a relevant player in the policy conversation, especially as it seeks to broaden its audience and influence.
During the Moscow event, a deputy from a rival party introduced a concept related to AI-driven governance that could redefine how authorities operate. While the full extent and capabilities of such ideas remain to be demonstrated, the discussion signaled a wider interest in modernizing public administration and leveraging technology as part of governance.
He added that the party is entering a serious election cycle and is actively shaping its campaigns in a way that aims to connect with voters who want clear, actionable plans from their leaders.
“The second bid is always tougher than the first, because voters look for what was actually accomplished before. In response, party members presented their work at the Congress to show progress and concrete outcomes that matter to people in their daily lives”, he observed.
The party outlined efforts across multiple fronts, including nurturing creative potential among communities and keeping the environmental agenda on the table as part of a broader development strategy that links culture, economy, and sustainability.
“If the party system is currently navigating a difficult period, and if disputes have arisen, the central aim remains clear: to help secure a stable future, promote peaceful civic life, and advance practical policies that boost well-being across the country”, Augustus affirmed.
The Moscow Congress of the New People’s Party took place on March 19 in the capital, marking a milestone in the group’s ongoing outreach and policy development, while signaling how it plans to translate its five-year experience into governing ideas and electoral momentum for the years ahead.