Özet:

The gift is a universal element seen in all cultures throughout history. The purposes, features and forms of this cultural element vary according to states and societies. Gift, which has been expressed with various concepts since the first Turkish states, has been a tradition continued according to changing conditions after the establishment of the Republic of Turkey. Diplomatic gifts given to foreign heads of state who came to Turkey since the Atatürk Era have contributed to purposes such as creating a positive atmosphere in political, cultural and economic relations with the addressee country, improving bilateral relations, and maintaining cooperation in various sectors. It has been a tool of friendship, peace and solidarity in Turkey's international and regional policies. In addition, symbolic goals were pursued with the gifts, such as showing Turkey's riches and increasing their prestige, especially to the leaders of the Middle East, Balkans and Asia countries. In this study, the subject has been prepared by using sources such as archive documents, periodicals, copyrighted and research works. According to this; The diplomatic gifts presented to many heads of state starting from the King of Afghanistan, Amanullah Khan, who came to Turkey during the Atatürk Era, and their presentation styles will be discussed. During the years of Democratic Party rule, a period in which diplomatic visits increased considerably, obvious differences and different practices will be drawn in the countries where gifts were presented.