The Order of Merit of the Republic of Turkey (or Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Liyakat Nişanı in Turkish) is conferred by the President of Turkey based on recommendations from relevant Cabinet members, taking into account input from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Atatürk Supreme Council for Culture, Language, and History.
This honor is bestowed upon foreign scientists, academics, artists, and intellectuals as a token of appreciation for their efforts in promoting and highlighting the Republic of Turkey on the global stage through their contributions to science and the arts.
- Eligibility: Foreign scientists, academics, artists and intellectuals.
- “Given to people who foreign nationals in recognition of their contributions for international promotion and glorification of the Republic of Turkey in science and arts.”
