The
President of Turkey is the
head of state of the
Republic of Turkey. The Presidency is largely a ceremonial office but has some important functions. In this capacity, the President represents the Republic of Turkey, and the unity of the Turkish
nation, as well as ensuring the implementation of the
Constitution of Turkey and the organized and harmonious functioning of the organs of state. The articles from 101 to 106 of the Constitution establish all the requirements, election, duties, and responsibilities for the office of the President. The office of the President of Turkey was established with the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey on October 29, 1923. The President of Turkey is often informally referred to as the
Reis-i Cumhur, meaning 'President of the People'. The current office-holder is the 12th President,
Recep Tayyip Erdogan since August 28, 2014.