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Lauri Läänemets, the chairman of the Social Democratic Party, advocates for reforming state funding for political parties to ensure more resources are allocated to smaller and non-parliamentary parties.

The latest Ipsos survey shows the Civic Coalition leading, followed closely by Law and Justice, with significant challenges for smaller parties in Poland's political landscape.

Helir-Valdor Seeder suggests reforming Estonia's electoral system to support parties with lower electoral results by allowing votes for smaller parties to count towards them.

In Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary elections, the BNP secured a significant majority while the Indian BJP managed to win just one seat, amidst the rejection of several smaller parties with similar symbols to those in India.

Opposition leaders argue that a new EU regulation on political advertising could limit communication opportunities for smaller political parties.

The political party Most argues that new advertising regulations will hinder smaller parties from gaining visibility, a claim dismissed by Minister Damir Habijan who insists the rules ensure fair competition and protect citizens from manipulation.

Internal disputes within Zamfara State’s major political parties, the APC and PDP, are creating opportunities for smaller parties in the lead-up to the 2027 gubernatorial elections.

The article discusses how former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has become reliant on smaller political parties, with the SPD now acting as the dominant force in the political landscape.