The Progressive Party of Iceland is gearing up for a significant moment in its history as it prepares to elect a new chairman during its 38th annual conference. This election is particularly historic as the new leader will be the first elected chairman in the party's 109-year history. The two candidates vying for this prestigious position are Lilja Alfreðsdóttir and Ingibjörg Isaksen, emphasizing the close ties and tensions within the party as they approach this decision-making process.

As part of the preparations for the upcoming election, members of the party have engaged in discussions and have worked on political resolutions to be presented during the conference. These deliberations concluded at noon with a political resolution being finalized and set to be announced later in the day. Besides the chairman, elections for other key positions, such as vice-chairman and secretary, are also on the agenda, with notable candidates like Stefán Vagn Stefánsson running unopposed for the vice chairman role.

Amid the hopeful atmosphere, Lilja Rannveig Sigurgeirsdóttir expressed her desire to maintain her role as secretary for the party, indicating her commitment to continuing the work she has been doing. However, there is a sense of uncertainty regarding the election outcomes, illustrating the competitive dynamics present within the party, as members eagerly anticipate the results that will shape the future direction of the Progressive Party.