Order of the Republic (Turkey)

The Order of the Republic (Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Cumhuriyet Nişanı) is the second highest state order after the Order of the State.

The Order is conferred by the President of Turkey, upon the decision of the Council of Ministers, to the prime ministers, ministers and members of foreign missions in recognition of their contributions for bringing the nations closer and enhancing the amicable relations between their respective countries and the Republic of Turkey.