[9] In the parliamentary election held on 27 September 2002, the party won 42 out of 325 seats,[9] winning most of the districts where it fielded candidates.

[16] Benkirane's government has also actively pursued Morocco's ties with the European Union, its chief trade partner, as well as becoming increasingly engaged with the six-member Gulf Co-operation Council.

[17][18][19] On 11 March 2023, the PJD released a statement criticizing Nasser Bourita, Morocco's foreign minister, accusing him of defending Israel during meetings with African and European officials.

PJD disavows violence, terrorism and seeks to defend Morocco's Islamic identity through legislative means.

[27] The party's stated platform includes:[28] It is historically affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood,[29][30][31][32] however, despite this, PJD was never an official branch.