Star of Peoples' Friendship

The Star of Peoples' Friendship, Star of Nations' Friendship, was an order awarded by the German Democratic Republic.
image:Bundesarchiv Bild 183-1988-1017-415, Bronfman-Besuch, Berlin.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Awarding of the order by Erich Honecker, 1988
Established 20 August 1959, it was given to individuals of exceptional merit who had contributed to the "understanding and friendship between nations and preservation of peace".
The Star of Peoples' Friendship was given in three classes:
It was awarded on the recommendation of the presidency of the Council of Ministers via the chairman of the Council of State or in its name.
The medal was awarded with a certificate.